English Leader (Maternity Cover) – Inspire & Develop Students

Oakwood Secondary School Horley; Horley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakwood School is seeking to appoint a full-time Second in Charge of English starting in January 2027. The position is to cover maternity leave and will last for up to a year or until the return of the post holder, whichever is sooner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspiring and dedicated teacher who is looking to develop their leadership skills.

We are a school focused on growing leaders, and this is an ideal post for further progression to Middle Leadership.

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with commitment to high standards in achievement, behaviour and inclusion.
• Enthusiastic and hardworking team player.
• Ability to engage and progress all students.
• Inspirational teacher with motivation and support for student success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of English, ensuring curriculum coverage and progression.
• Set targets for improvement and monitor student achievement.
• Evaluate teaching quality and implement policy-aligned marking and reporting.
• Establish partnerships with parents to involve them in learning.
• Ensure resources are deployed effectively.
• Undertake appraisal procedures per school policy.

Skills

Effective classroom practitioner

Team player

Student engagement

Inspirational teacher

High standards

Job description

Oakwood School is seeking to appoint a full-time Second in Charge of English starting in January 2027. The position is to cover maternity leave and will last for up to a year or until the return of the post holder, whichever is sooner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspiring and dedicated teacher who is looking to develop their leadership skills.

We are a school focused on growing leaders, and this is an ideal post for further progression to Middle Leadership.