JOB TITLE Subject Leader of English
CONTRACT TYPE Permanent 1.0FTE
ACCOUNTABLE TO Subject Leader / Senior Leadership Team
GRADE MPS/UPS + TLR 1C
REQUIRED September 2025
The English Department
This is an exciting opportunity to join our successful, dynamic and forward-thinking English department consisting of seven highly motivated practitioners. The department follows the AQA specification and outcomes have significantly improved over the last four years.
The curriculum is ambitious and well sequenced to develop the knowledge and skills for children to achieve throughout their academic journey at Whitworth Park. There are opportunities to develop key aspects of
English and the wider school for the successful candidate.
The Person
• Inspirational and well-qualified teacher.
• Has high expectations for all pupils.
• Possesses excellent listening and communication skills.
• Displays a high level of organisational skills, both verbal and written.
• Displays a high level of organisational and time management proficiency.
• Cultivates a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.
• Exemplifies the values and ethos of the school as a positive role model.
• Collaborates as a team player, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to contributing actively to a full program of extra-activities.
• Exhibits excellent people management skills.