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Head of English / English Teacher - Sept 25, EdEx – Education Recruitment

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Ealing

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GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Ealing seeks a Head of English to lead a dynamic team and innovate the curriculum. This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to shape the department, inspire fellow teachers, and drive student engagement. With a supportive leadership team and a focus on teacher wellbeing, you'll thrive in a modern educational environment that values creativity and collaboration. This role not only allows for professional growth but also opens doors to future leadership opportunities within a school recognized for its commitment to teacher development and student success.

Benefits

CPD Opportunities
Supportive Leadership
Autonomy in Curriculum Development

Qualifications

  • Must have UK QTS and strong understanding of the English curriculum.
  • Ability to manage and inspire a diverse team of English teachers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a large team of English teachers and shape the department.
  • Drive progress and KS5 uptake of English while managing personalities.

Skills

Leadership
English Curriculum Knowledge
Motivation and Inspiration
Personality Management

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Head of English | Outstanding Secondary School | Ealing

A forward thinking & leading Secondary School in the Borough of Ealing are on the hunt for a Head of English for a September start. This is a permanent & full-time contract.

This outstanding school has an incredibly modern take on education which has seen a decrease in challenging behaviour and students engage and enjoy school. This is the perfect role for an innovative English teacher who is keen to take on a project you can make your own.

The school will provide you with full autonomy to shape the department and implement your own ideas to drive progress and KS5 uptake of English.

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Head of English
  • Leading a large team of English Teachers
  • Supportive SLT focussed on teacher wellbeing
  • KS3-5 (GCSE & A Level)
  • Manage multiple different personalities
  • September 25 - Permanent - Full Time
  • MPS3 - UPS3 + TLR
  • Located in the Borough of Ealing

This "Outstanding" Secondary School is renowned throughout the Borough as bringing education to life and ensuring that all teachers think about the bigger picture for pupils & not just about exam results.

You'll be leading a large English Department made up of a cohort of Teachers ranging with the following backgrounds: Trainee Teachers, ECT, Teach First & experienced English Teachers.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

  • Must have UK QTS
  • You must be able to manage a range of personalities
  • Be able to motivate, inspire & drive standards throughout
  • Strong understanding of English curriculum
  • Outstanding expectations for yourself & fellow English Teachers

SCHOOL DETAILS

  • Graded "Outstanding" in latest Ofsted report
  • Leading Teacher Training School
  • Well above average GCSE & A Level results
  • Modern ethos throughout
  • High numbers of EAL & SEN
  • Fast paced environment
  • Plenty of CPD opportunities
  • Located in the Borough of Ealing

This Head of English opportunity will allow you to both grow / develop a fantastic curriculum, while work alongside some fantastic practitioners.

Future leadership opportunities are always available, with the school having multiple awards for CPD & Investment in their own people.

If you are interested in this Head of English opportunity, visits to the school can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Head of English opportunity by sending your CV to Joe at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted).

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