Supply Hive along with an outstanding Slough secondary school are on the hunt for an inspiring Head of English. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and experienced English specialist to lead and shape a talented department, fostering a passion for literature, language, and academic success across KS3 to KS5.
Why This Role Stands Out
🌟 Transformational Leadership – Play a pivotal role in developing and implementing an innovative English curriculum, ensuring every student experiences the full richness of literature, critical analysis, and effective communication.
📈 Drive Student Success – Use your expertise to inspire and guide students to excel in their exams and deepen their appreciation for English, equipping them with skills for life.
💼 Professional Development & Growth – Take advantage of leadership training, mentorship from the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and opportunities to shape school-wide literacy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Excellence: Lead the English department in creating engaging, challenging, and diverse schemes of work that align with the national curriculum and set high standards for teaching and learning.
- Inspire & Mentor – Support and develop the teaching team, ensuring high-quality instruction, collaborative planning, and professional growth through CPD.
- Student Engagement & Achievement – Monitor student progress across year groups, use data to inform teaching practices, and develop strategies to ensure students are meeting and exceeding their targets.
- Innovative Assessment & Feedback – Implement forward-thinking assessment strategies, ensuring meaningful feedback and measurable progress for all students.
- Experience & Qualifications: QTS with a background in English, along with a proven track record of success in secondary teaching and prior experience in a leadership role.
- Leadership & Vision: Strong leadership skills, an innovative approach, and a genuine passion for fostering a love of English literature and language.
- Commitment to Excellence: Demonstrated ability to raise standards and deliver outstanding teaching and learning outcomes.
- Communication & Influence: Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire students, staff, and the wider school community.
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy a top-tier daily rate, paid weekly through PAYE with no hidden fees. We pay to scale!
- Ongoing Support: Benefit from a dedicated recruitment consultant who understands your career goals and offers guidance every step of the way.
- Career Advancement: Access to CPD opportunities and a clear pathway for career growth within a respected school environment.
Supply Hive prioritizes child safety and performs comprehensive safeguarding checks on all candidates, including enhanced DBS. Full support is provided to ensure your transition into this leadership role is smooth and secure.
Ready to Lead & Inspire?
This is your chance to make a lasting impact in English education and drive a department to new heights. If you're a forward-thinking leader ready to bring a fresh approach to the Head of English role, apply now!
If this role isn’t quite right, explore more education roles and opportunities at www.supplyhive.co.uk.
Empower young minds through literature—apply today!
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