English Curriculum Lead – Braintree, Essex
Location: Braintree, Essex
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking secondary academy based in Braintree, Essex, is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced English Curriculum Lead to drive excellence in teaching and learning across the department.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an ambitious English teacher with a proven track record of raising attainment and leading curriculum innovation. You will play a key role in shaping the direction of the English department, supporting both staff and students in achieving outstanding outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality English curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4
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Support, mentor, and develop members of the English team to ensure consistently excellent teaching and learning
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Monitor student progress and implement strategies for raising achievement and closing attainment gaps
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Contribute to whole-school literacy initiatives and ensure curriculum alignment with national expectations
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Work closely with senior leadership to drive strategic improvement and maintain a culture of high standards
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
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QTS and a degree in English or a related subject
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Proven experience of leading curriculum development or contributing to department leadership
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A strong understanding of current educational practice, assessment frameworks, and effective pedagogy
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Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire both staff and students
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A commitment to professional development and a passion for raising educational outcomes
Why Join Our Client?
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A supportive and aspirational school community with strong leadership
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Opportunities to lead curriculum innovation and make a real impact
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Access to excellent CPD and leadership development programmes
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A collaborative and well-resourced English department
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A school culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, high standards, and student success
Apply Now
To apply, please email a copy of your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@teachingpersonnel.com
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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