St Anne's RC Voluntary Academy, Stockport
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Reference Number: HR_REC_STA_362.25
Salary: MPS – UPS with TLR 2a
Overview of Position
Start Date: September 2025
St Annes RC Voluntary Academy is a thriving Catholic secondary school, part of the Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust. St Anne’s are committed to providing an outstanding education that serves the children in their community. St Anne’s school ethos is centred on the “St Annes Way” (SAW), which guides them in their pursuit of excellence in all areas of school life.
2nd in Department of English
As the Deputy Head of English at St Annes RC Voluntary Academy, you will play a pivotal role in driving excellence in the teaching and learning of English across Key Stages 3 and 4. As a member of the school’s middle leadership team, you will be instrumental in realising their vision to “be outstanding in all we do” and to “serve the children” through the effective implementation of the “St Annes Way” (SAW).
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support the Head of English in leading the English department in delivering a high-quality, engaging curriculum that meets the requirements of the National Curriculum.
2. Ensure that the teaching of spoken language, reading, and writing is of the highest standard, enabling all students to make excellent progress.
3. Monitor and evaluate the performance of the English department, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective strategies to address them.
4. Provide strong, inspirational leadership to the English team, fostering a culture of continuous professional development and collaborative working.
5. Develop and implement robust assessment systems to track student progress and inform future planning.
6. Promote the love of reading and literature across the school, encouraging students to explore a wide range of texts.
7. Liaise effectively with senior leaders, parents, and other stakeholders to communicate the department’s vision and achievements.
Requirements:
1. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
2. Extensive experience teaching English at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
3. Proven track record of supporting/or leading a successful English department or team.
4. Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of effective English pedagogy.
5. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
6. Commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for improving student outcomes.
7. Experience of working in a Catholic school or similar faith-based environment.
8. Ability to teach other humanities subjects (e.g. History, Religious Education).
9. Involvement in whole-school initiatives or extra-curricular activities.
Why St Annes RC Voluntary Academy?
St Annes RC Voluntary Academy is a good school with a strong English team, committed to providing an excellent Catholic education. They offer a supportive and collaborative environment, with a focus on continuous professional development to help our staff reach their full potential. As a small school, they pride themselves on their strong community ethos and the personalised support they provide to their students.
If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for English and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of young people, St Anne’s would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to join their team and play a key role in shaping the future of their school.
Closing Date: Friday 2nd May 2025, 9.00am
St Anne’s means are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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