Responsible To:Head of Teaching and LearningLocation:Central Office and across TCW schools including home visitsHours:Monday - 8.30am - 4.30pm Tuesday - 8.30am - 4.30/6pmWednesday - 8.30am - 4.30pm Thursday - 8.30am - 6.00pmFriday - 8.30am - 4.00pmSalary:From £33,976.58 FTE per annumWe Are Hiring TEACHING & LEARNINGOFFICER (FIXED TERM)Role Summary:Our teaching and learning team is responsible for raising the standards of teaching and ensuring that our students have the bestlearning experience possible. It involves conducting constructive observations of our teaching staff both in our centres and offsite inhomes and libraries and working with the staff to foster skills through line management and targeted training.TCW has a comprehensive training programme for all our staff and this role will also help develop and deliver the various trainingprogrammes that TCW offers to its new and experienced teachers alongside the teaching and learning team. Areas coveredinclude, effective marking, de-escalation and behaviour management techniques, delivering creative lessons and assessment forlearning. Responsibilities:Teaching and Learning SupportOversee that Teaching and Learning within all the schools is of a high qualityOversee all teaching staff have the skills and resources to deliver a high quality of teaching and learning across the schoolsEnsure teachers are line managed in a way that supports them, while holding them accountable for any areas of improvementExplore innovative approaches to enhance pedagogical practices and refine educational delivery models across all TCWschoolsEnsure that the teaching and learning across the schools remains in line with the TCW valuesSupport the creation of an extensive bank of resources and videos promoting and modelling TCW style teachingServe as a designated Teaching and Learning Officer for one of the schools, acting as the primary point of contact. Build strong relationships with students and teachers to ensure a deep understanding of their needs and support effectivelearningLine manage and appraise a team of teachersAdvise on all the core subjects up to GCSE levelBe the lead adviser for one or more subjects or learning fields within the school (for example PSHE, Reading, STEM)Support staff by creating resources for themed terms, special celebration days, and relevant current events impactingstudents Keep up-to-date with the relevant syllabus changesReport any concerns you may have regarding teachers’ practiceLiaise with the recruitment department Mentor staff in line with any course or TCW requirements, (e.g Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the Early Career Teacher(ECT) programme for relevant staff)Write reports, reviews or feedback in line with any course or TCW requirementsEnsure creativity remains at the forefront of the work being carried out by staff The Complete Worksjobs@tcw.org.ukwww.tcw.org.ukObservationsEnsure teacher observations and monitoring procedures are robust and consistent across the schoolsTravel to various education locations (inc homes, libraries, TCW hubs) observing our teachers in line with the TeacherStandardsWrite observation reportsDeliver observation feedback to the teachersEnsure timely completion of observations and appraisals as per set deadlinesImplement support and guidance in relation to observation feedback targetsTrainingDesign, coordinate, and deliver a high-quality training programme for all teaching staff, tailored to different levels ofexperience and career stage.Lead on at least one strand of TCW’s teacher training (e.g. Core, CPD, or Goldsmiths), including planning, scheduling, anddelivery.Ensure that training reflects and embodies the school's ethosAssist with the arranging, scheduling and administering of trainingMonitor training attendance and following up with teachers as neededMonitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the training programmes, making adjustments as necessaryKeep up to date with the latest trends, research findings, and best practices in education and teacher training, incorporatingcutting-edge methods into TCW training programmesTeachingDeliver a teaching timetable for up to 18 hours per weekContribute to the smooth running of the education team by supporting and covering members of teaching staff andproviding emergency lesson cover when requiredDemonstrate good practice through modelling and offer team teaching opportunities for TCW teaching staffReporting and Accountability Ensure the Teaching and Learning Department remains fully compliant with DfE and Ofsted requirements, and is alwaysinspection readyPrepare documentation and represent the department during inspections and external reviewsContribute to half termly reports, analysing data on the progress of the schools to share with the HeadteacherBe part of the T&L and assigned School Education TeamPromote TCW school’s ethos and values in all workRepresent your areas of responsibility in management meetingsCreate, develop and maintain all policies and procedures relating to areas of responsibilityLine manage staff as requiredLead staff investigations and hearings as requiredCover and support roles within the school as requiredLead training as requiredAttend meetings and training as requiredUnlock/lock TCW buildings as requiredBe trained in DSL-approved safeguarding and follow all safeguarding policies and procedures to protect studentsCarry out general administrative duties as the role requiresUndertake any ad-hoc tasks that can be reasonably expected in relation to the role The Complete Worksjobs@tcw.org.ukwww.tcw.org.ukEssential:Qualifications: An honours degree or equivalent professional qualification.Preferably QTSExperience of teaching and delivering high quality lessonsA charismatic trainer able to engage staffStrong people management skills with the ability and knowledge to motivate, train,develop, appraise and manage a teamSignificant knowledge of:Current curriculum for all Key StagesWorking with children with SEN/behavioural needsDifferent teaching practicesPedagogySafeguardingAccuracy and high levels of attention to detailAbility to work alone and with initiativeExcellent organisational and planning skills and ability to multi-taskAdaptable and flexible approach to workWilling to embrace change and challenge processes to improve efficiencyAble to manage workloads and prioritise efficiently when neededA team player who is able to develop effective relationships with the team and workin partnership with othersExcellent numeracy, written English and verbal communications skillsStrong administration skillsGood I.T. knowledge of using Microsoft Office packages, Gmail, Google Drive, etcExcellent telephone manner Personable, professional and courteous in manner A friendly, positive and proactive attitude to workAble to manage stressful environments and have a strong aptitude for resilienceAble to be discreet and loyalAble to handle confidential material professionallyDesirable:Experience of working in acreative environmentCreative backgroundExperience of working in acharityPerson Specification:The job description is not an exhaustive list and there may be times when the Chief Executive Officer or ExecutiveHeadteacher will require certain tasks to be undertaken that may not be listed here. These will always fall within the policiesand procedures of TCW and within the remit of what may be expected in your role. There will always be a discussion betweenall parties on whether the successful candidate feels they can manage these extra tasks.This is a salaried full time position, fixed term maternity cover. This role is only expected to work in the office during term timewith the exception of an additional 10 specified, out-of-term, office days (dates TBC in advance of the commencement of theschool year or upon request). Official leave is 20 days per annum (to be taken out of school time) plus bank holidays, howeverthe rest of the school holidays staff are only expected to work from home to the degree required to meet their duties thoughshould be contactable as required. This role may also be entitled to up to 5 days unpaid term-time leave per annum, to be takenin blocks of no more than 2 days at the discretion of the Executive Headteacher.This role is based in the school office and has direct contact with students or is directly involved in the day-to-day running ofthe student's education, the school or office. To this end it is expected that this role is (under normal circumstances) an in-person role.The working hours are based on 08.30-16.30 with a 30-minute lunch break weekdays with some planning, preparation, reports,admin and meetings taking place outside of these hours. TCW reserves the right to hold meetings, social events andperformances after these hours, which you would be expected to attend. This includes weekly Tuesday training, Thursdaytraining sessions, which run 4:30-6.00pm and the TCW showcase. Dates are provided at the beginning of every new academicyear.This role will be directly managed by the Head of Teaching and Learning. Performance reviews will happen at least twice a year.It is expected that all successful candidates will follow the policies and procedures of TCW at all times and conduct themselvesin a manner that is deemed acceptable and appropriate by the CEO of TCW in accordance with the staff handbook.All teachers and members of management will be required to meet the Ofsted criteria of good and always aim for outstandingas depicted in the Ofsted guidelines. Staff will be required to attend extra, unpaid training if they do not meet the criteria forgood.Extra Information: The Complete Worksjobs@tcw.org.ukwww.tcw.org.ukTHE POST HOLDER WILL BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE (DBS) CHECKWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adultsat risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.