Head of Wellbeing Department (Remote / Online / Full Time)

Head of Wellbeing Department (Remote / Online / Full Time), full-time, September start date. MVA is an award-winning online DFE-accredited independent school for students aged 11 - 18. Founded in December 2020, we have become the fastest-growing independent school in the UK and have won multiple awards including the National Business Award for Best Business in the UK with under 50 Staff in 2022. Following our recent Ofsted accreditation visit we received feedback highlighting our schools effectiveness and recognising that at Minerva’s Virtual Academy, well-being is at the heart of everything. Parents, pupils and staff feel valued, cared for and supported. The headteacher leads by example and ensures that caring relationships underpin pupils’ academic and pastoral development. You can read the full report here Job Description: As the Co-Subject Leader (this role is shared with another colleague), you will play a pivotal role in driving the excellence and continuous improvement of your subject area across Minerva’s Virtual Academy. You will lead the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of the subject, ensuring alignment with MVA's educational standards and objectives. Your responsibilities encompass curriculum planning, instructional leadership, student progress monitoring, staff support, and fostering a vibrant learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Curriculum Development and Implementation: ● Develop and implement innovative policies and strategies for your subject/s in accordance with MVA's commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. ● Oversee the planning and sequencing of the curriculum content to optimise student progress and attainment. ● Ensure that the subject's programs of study reflect the needs of a diverse, forward-looking educational community. ● Work with the SENDCo to ensure the curriculum and the way it is taught match the needs of students with different or additional needs. ● Promote careers education through the sub