Head of English Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Do you have a background in teaching English? Are you dedicated to developing the literacy skills of students, so they can achieve more than they ever thought possible and progress in their chosen careers? Do you have the skills and ambition to lead a team of English teachers to innovate and hone their professional practice? Have you got the experience and drive to contribute to BCG's mission; to transform futures for the people of Buckinghamshire and beyond? We are looking for a Head of English at Buckinghamshire College Group to join our cross-college Learning Innovation Team who will lead on ensuring a consistently high-quality learning experience for students, every day. You will be inclusive and student- focused to ensure that BCG staff are skilled and motivated to create exceptional learning experiences. A confident and competent teacher who values life-long learning and the status of the dual-professional working in FE, you will be an excellent role-model for colleagues and students. We have developed a strong network and engaged in national projects, and we are ready to activate an ambitious college approach to developing the literacy skills of students. If you are a learning innovator looking for your next challenge, are dedicated to student success and are keen to make a positive difference then you have the Bucks College Factor, and we want to hear from you If you would like to have an informal chat about the role or pop in for a tour, please contact Penny Kelley - Key knowledge, skills and experience we are looking for: Strong subject knowledge with an interest in keeping up to date with pedagogical and contextual developments in English Excellent understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and assessment Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance and quality improvement practices The drive to lead, motivate and manage staff to support strong student success The successful candidate will be required to: Deliver excellent student success by supporting ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning, every day. Lead on curriculum design, learning innovation and tracking and monitoring the progress of learners. Collaboratively develop an English provision that meets the needs of students, employers and stakeholders now and in the future. Lead and develop a high performing team of staff Travel to both Amersham Campus and Wycombe Campus, once a week. (and when required) While working at Buckinghamshire College Group you can also take advantage of a host of employee benefits including: Company Pension scheme 30 holiday entitlement & additional annual leave purchase scheme Free onsite parking A wide range of learning - access to free training & continuous professional development including leadership development A bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing Discounts in the Aylesbury Day Nursery & Aylesbury Hair & Beauty Salon (HAB) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Cycle to work and local business employee corporate discount schemes We will support you to develop new skills and help expand your career opportunities within the college. We are also flexible and accommodating, allowing you to be as productive as possible. This is an exciting time to join the College as we are about to launch our new 5-year Vision and Strategy which includes a vibrant new-build in the heart of High Wycombe which will consolidate the current Wycombe and Amersham campuses. Commitment to Safeguarding BCG is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike; all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks. For more information on the role please click here for the job description and click here for Terms and conditions. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications or source a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. For more information on the role please contact HR directly. Closing date for applications is the 24th october 2024 with interviews taking place shortly after.