English Head of Department - Hadley Learning Community - Secondary

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school as the Subject Leader for English, where your leadership will shape the future of English education. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire students and lead a dedicated team in a supportive environment. With a commitment to high standards and staff wellbeing, you will be at the forefront of curriculum development, ensuring every student achieves their potential. The school boasts a strong reputation and a collaborative culture, making it an ideal place for ambitious educators looking to make a significant impact in the community. Embrace this chance to lead and innovate in one of the most important subject areas.

Benefits

Free Parking

Wellbeing Support

Laptop Provided

Access to On-Site Gym

Access to Swimming Pool

Qualifications

• Energetic and innovative leader with a passion for English.
• Experience in curriculum development and improving student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the English department to enhance student engagement.
• Drive improvements in teaching and learning outcomes in English.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

English Subject Expertise

Teaching Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Subject Leader for English – Full Time, Permanent

MPS + TLR depending on experience.

Required for September 2025

Welcome to Hadley Learning Community!

We are a school that proudly serves and sits at the heart of the local community of Hadley in Telford. Our vision is that every child belongs to our school and community, respecting others and importantly themselves. We believe that their hard work and dedication inspire others and bring success in all their endeavours. Furthermore, we strive to ensure every child enjoys their learning, friendships, and opportunities at Hadley Learning Community.

Our recent Ofsted report in June 2022 celebrated our “high expectations for pupils’ behaviour” within “a highly ambitious and inclusive curriculum”. They concluded that “the school could be judged outstanding if we were to carry out a section 5 inspection now”.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational leader of our English department; someone who can inspire our learners to have a passion for English. English is at the heart of our ambitious curriculum and a key area for development within the school. We aim to appoint a leader who will be instrumental in further shaping and enhancing the position of the subject within the school.

The appointment will need to be an energetic, innovative, and inspiring teacher who can lead a team of staff forwards to further improve outcomes in English. It is a fantastic opportunity to join the English team that has excelled in many areas. The department is built on solid foundations and is going from strength to strength, with outcomes now broadly in line with national data. This post is suitable for both experienced leaders and proven teachers who want to take the next steps in their career. We would also consider additional whole-school responsibilities to support the right candidate’s career development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, ambitious, and energetic individual to lead one of the most important subject areas. Our school is one of the best in the country, and we seek someone eager to work at that level to drive languages forwards.

We pride ourselves on:

• Our recent OFSTED inspection being graded as ‘good plus’ (June 2022). Key findings include:
• “Leaders are acutely aware of staff well-being and workload. The vast majority of staff feel well supported both personally and professionally. Staff appreciate the time they are given to work together in departments to plan and evaluate the curriculum. Staff are highly supportive of leaders and proud to work at the school.”
• “There is a calm and orderly environment. Pupils are polite and respectful to staff and visitors. Bullying is extremely rare, and pupils have full confidence in staff to deal with any issues that arise.”
• “Teachers have high expectations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).”
• Being an oversubscribed and popular school, located close to the M54 and M6, with easy access to Birmingham, Staffordshire, Shrewsbury, and Wales.
• Being a highly innovative, driven, inspirational, and ambitious organisation with a clear vision for success.
• Being part of the Learning Community Trust, which offers collaboration opportunities, effective CPD, and professional development. The Trust is committed to investing in and developing staff to achieve the best outcomes for students.
• Our strong commitment to staff wellbeing and recognition, offering benefits like free parking, wellbeing support, a laptop, and access to on-site gym and swimming pool.

Further information: Our most recent Ofsted report can be found here and our prospectus on our website.

Visits: Daniel Roycroft (Headteacher) would be delighted to meet you. Please email Charlotte Brakes (PA to Headteacher) at [e-mail] to arrange a visit.

Applications: Please send completed applications to Charlotte Brakes at the same email. Application forms are available on the school website or from Charlotte Brakes.

Application closing date: 5th May 2025

Interviews: 8th May 2025

The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders are subject to an enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding procedures, including online checks prior to interview, in line with statutory guidance.

We are committed to equality and diversity and follow Safer Recruitment practices. For more details, see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy.

Attached documents:

• Advert
• Welcome from the Head
• Job Description
• Application form