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Assistant Director of Sixth Form and Head of Economics

Didsbury High School ยท Manchester, North West

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We are seeking an ambitious and inspiring leader to join our school as Assistant Director of Sixth Form & Head of Economics. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding Teacher to shape both the academic and pastoral experience of our Sixth Form students while leading a successful and growing Economics department. This dual leadership role combines strategic oversight of Sixth Form provision with responsibility for delivering excellent outcomes in Economics. You will play a key part in driving academic achievement, student progression, and a high-quality enrichment programme. For further details on the role, including key skills and experience required, please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached below. To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. The Laurus Trust recognises the importance of employees' work/life balance.  A better work-life balance can increase staff motivation, reduce employee stress, improve performance and productivity and make employment more accessible for more people. Where it is possible and practical, we will accommodate flexible arrangements from day 1, which may involve job sharing, part-time working, bespoke timetabling or a nine-day fortnight. If you would like to join our Laurus family in a rewarding role that changes the lives of our students by empowering them to become the best that they can be then we would love to hear from you.  To complete an application form please click โ€˜ Fast Applyโ€™. A full application must be submitted as CVโ€™s will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.   We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date. Disability Confident Employer We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to our Recruitment Team in advance.

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Location Manchester, North West
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