Head of English –April 2025
Main Pay/Upper Pay Scale plus TLR1
We are seeking an ambitious, dynamic and inspiring Head of English who is able to lead our successful team of teachers to the next level. A well-qualified, subject specialist is required to not only deliver an outstanding quality of classroom teaching for students in all the key stages, including at ‘A’ level, but will shape the future of English teaching, and whole school literacy at St Mary’s. The Head of English will report to a member of the Leadership Team about the teaching and learning of English and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the English curriculum, the progress and attainment of students, and developing a love of learning in English. The subject is a thriving one, offering A levels in Language and Literature as well as Media in the successful 6th form.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced or aspiring Head of Department.
The school takes induction for those new to the school, and their continuing professional development very seriously. Please read what the Head Teacher has to say about this here: Induction and Development
Applicants do not need to be practising Christians, but would be expected to uphold our Christian principles of trust, forgiveness, compassion, thankfulness, friendship and love, as well as our vision where, ‘Through God’s love, we are the rich soil where seeds flourish and roots grow’.
Please complete the St Mary’s application form which is downloadable from the website.
Please note that safeguarding students of the School is a priority. All appointments to posts in the School are made through stringent adherence to the requirements of ‘Keeping Children safe in Education’. As there is a high degree of contact with children an enhanced disclosure will be sought for this post through the Criminal Records Bureau as part of pre-employment checks.
Application Deadline: 9am on Friday 24th January 2025
Interviews: TBC
Please note, we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the application deadline.