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Head Of English

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 36,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kingston upon Thames, Greater London

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Head of English

Full Time | Permanent
Outer London Pay Scale + TLR (dependent on experience)

A high-performing and inclusive secondary school in Kingston upon Thames is seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspiring Head of English. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or current middle leader to lead a successful department and shape the future of English across the school.

About the School

This well-regarded, community-focused school is known for its strong pastoral care and high expectations. It has a supportive leadership team and a clear commitment to staff development. Students are motivated, respectful, and keen to learn.

The school values academic success alongside personal growth. It provides a broad and balanced curriculum and encourages creativity, curiosity, and resilience.

The Role

The successful candidate will lead and develop the English department. They will ensure high-quality teaching and strong outcomes for all students.

Key responsibilities include:

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    Leading the English curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and 5, if applicable)

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    Raising standards of teaching, learning, and assessment

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    Supporting and developing staff within the department

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    Monitoring student progress and implementing effective interventions

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    Promoting a love of reading and literature across the school

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

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    Is an outstanding classroom practitioner

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    Has strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature

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    Has leadership experience or the potential to lead a team

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    Is passionate about improving outcomes for all learners

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    Has high expectations of behaviour and achievement

What the School Offers

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    A supportive and collaborative working environment

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    Strong focus on professional development and career progression

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    Well-behaved and engaged students

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    Access to high-quality resources and teaching support

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    A commitment to staff wellbeing

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