About the role The ESOL department at Salford City College is committed to inspiring and developing students who are speakers of other languages, to extend their knowledge, skills and understanding of the English language and British culture. Our aim is to maximise students' potential by improving their communication, literacy, and life skills, enabling students to become confident and independent contributors to modern British society. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Head of ESOL to join our busy team. We welcome applicants with a proven track record of outstanding academic success. Candidates must possess a genuine interest in the subject area, they should be student focused, have a relevant subject degree and have an appropriate postgraduate qualification. The prospective candidate should have a proven track record of teaching ESOL across a variety of levels to both 16-18 and adult learners. As a Deputy Head of ESOL you will be an inspirational and outstanding teacher who promotes the highest levels of achievement for all students. Using your enthusiasm and expertise, you will work closely with your team; leading, developing and monitoring the curriculum so as to maximise the achievement of all students. REASONS TO JOIN US We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College's Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College). We have a 2.30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 2 Staff Wellbeing days per year. We offer automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer pension contribution. Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with. We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working. We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff as part of our Be Outstanding Development programme. We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure. Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness. 91% of staff are proud to work at the College HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile. Once you have created an account / profile or logged in you will see a list of jobs with another 'Apply' button. Click the 'Apply' button to open a form allowing you to add a personal statement for the select Job role. Click Submit and your application will be complete. COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.