Head of English

• Location: Reading, Berkshire,
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £39,272.00 - £55,797.00 Annually (FTE)
• Start Date: ASAP

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of English to lead and manage the English department, inspiring students and elevating their aspirations and achievements.

• Develop and implement policies for English that align with high-quality teaching and learning standards.
• Promote the subject across the institution, highlighting its importance and value.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the subject's delivery and its impact on pupil achievement, using this knowledge to inform the school development plan and create action plans.
• Foster pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical, and mental development alongside British values in the teaching of English.
• Engage with pupils, parents, and staff to evaluate the subject's effectiveness, aligning feedback with the institution's values, visions, and aims.
• Collaborate with the special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) to tailor the curriculum to diverse pupil needs, including those who are disadvantaged or have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Enhance careers education through English, demonstrating how the subject can lead to various career opportunities.
• Manage additional staff in the English area, ensuring effective deployment and utilization of teaching assistants.
• Coordinate with feeder primary schools and the Trust on subject-related transitions, events, projects, and activities.

• Proven experience as a Head of English or a similar leadership role in education.
• Strong understanding of pedagogical methods and curriculum implementation.
• Ability to lead and manage a department, promoting a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in strategic planning and staff management.
• Familiarity with current educational technologies and teaching platforms.

• Competitive salary scale with additional Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) payment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

To apply for the Head of English position, please apply below.