English Lead

English Lead – Secondary School – Belle Vue – September Start

Teaching Personnel are working in collaboration with an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ and diverse secondary school located in Belle Vue, Manchester. The school is seeking to appoint a committed and inspiring English Lead to join their dedicated department from September on a full-time, permanent or long-term basis.

Location: Belle Vue, Manchester
Start Date: September
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent or long-term
Pay: Paid in line with your teaching scale and TLR for leadership responsibilities

About the Role:

• Leading the English Department in delivering high-quality teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

• Developing, implementing and reviewing schemes of work to ensure student engagement and academic success.

• Supporting and mentoring English teachers within the department to maintain consistent standards of teaching and assessment.

• Driving forward the department’s vision for literacy, language development and literature appreciation across the school.

• Contributing to whole-school initiatives for improving literacy and promoting reading culture.

• Monitoring pupil progress and ensuring effective intervention strategies are in place.

• Collaborating with senior leaders on curriculum development and departmental improvement.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have a proven track record of success teaching English at secondary level.

• Be passionate about the power of language and literature and committed to raising student achievement.

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills with experience in curriculum planning, staff development and data analysis.

• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire students and colleagues alike.

• Be committed to promoting the values of diversity, inclusion and ambition.

If you are an experienced English teacher ready to step into a leadership role or an established leader looking for a fresh and rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with Teaching Personnel to take the next step in your career!

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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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