Deputy Head of English

Qegs Mat; Derby; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academy in Derby is seeking a Deputy Head of English to manage and develop English courses, ensuring student progress and attainment. This full-time, permanent role involves fostering a positive learning environment and contributing to the overall ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and developing English courses across all year groups.
• Accountable for the attainment and progress of all students.
• Promote the development of students' academic and personal education.

Job description

City of Derby Academy, a proud member of QEGSMAT, upholds values for students to ‘Question, Explore; Give; and Succeed’. Our dedicated staff, strong leadership, motivated students, and excellent facilities contribute to our success.

Deputy Head of English

Ref: SCH-QM-0190

Establishment: City of Derby Academy

Location: Sinfin, Derby, DE24 3AR

Salary: MPS/UPS £31,650 - £49,084 plus TLR 2.2 £5,650

Department: Teaching Staff

Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 20/05/2025 12:00

Interview Date: 23/05/2025

Start Date: September 2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: AYR - All year round

Hours per Week: 32.50

Weeks per Year: 52.143

Pay Grade: MPS/UPS - £31,650 - £49,084

The Role

PURPOSE OF THE POST:

1. Assist the leading, managing and developing of English courses across all specific year groups;
2. Accountable for the attainment and progress of all students and discrete groups of learners, including Eligible, EAL and SEND students, across all year groups within department;
3. Assist with monitoring and supporting student progress within English, in conjunction with the Head of Department;
4. Effectively assist with the management and development within the curriculum areas, including human resources;
5. Assist with the monitoring, developing and enhancing the teaching practice of others;
6. Promote the development of students' academic, moral, social, personal and cultural education through the consistent and fair implementation of the academy’s values and expectations;
7. Contribute to the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying across all specific year groups, in accordance with the aims of the school and the curricular policies determined by the QEGSMAT, Local Governing Body and Headteacher;
8. Play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive ethos and to encourage and ensure staff and students follow this example;
9. Help to lead the department and school in fostering an attitude of positivity towards English