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Head Of English

EdEx

Newham

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GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Newham is seeking a Head of English to lead a dynamic department. This role offers full autonomy to shape the curriculum and implement innovative ideas, ensuring high engagement and performance among students. The school is renowned for its modern approach to education, focusing on holistic development rather than just exam results. With a supportive leadership team and numerous CPD opportunities, this position is perfect for an experienced English teacher eager to make a significant impact. If you are ready to inspire and lead, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

CPD Opportunities
Supportive Leadership Team
Autonomy in Department Management

Qualifications

  • Must have UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Strong understanding of the English curriculum is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a large team of English teachers and manage diverse personalities.
  • Drive standards and motivate staff to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Leadership
Curriculum Development
Team Management
Motivational Skills
Understanding of English Curriculum

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Head of English - Outstanding Secondary School | Newham


Q: Are you an experienced English Teacher who is looking to take on the responsibility of running an English Department in an Outstanding Secondary School?


A forward thinking & leading Secondary School in the Borough of Newham 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 Newham

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 Newham

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 Alex at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted).


Head of English - Outstanding Secondary School | Newham


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