Head of Department - English

St Monica's RC High School; Bury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Head of Department for English. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, enhance student achievement, and contribute to a vibrant school community. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in teaching, a commitment to raising standards, and the ability to inspire both students and staff. Join a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous professional development, where your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of students and the school.

Benefits

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Continuous Professional Development

Supportive Working Environment

Dedicated Local Governing Body

Opportunities within wider team

Qualifications

• Exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Ability to raise achievement across all age groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the quality of teaching in English.
• Monitor and support student progress for strong outcomes.

Skills

Subject Knowledge

Teaching Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Continuous Professional Development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Post Title: Head of Department - English

Responsible to:SLT Line Manager

Location: St Monica’s RC high School

Salary:£31,650 - £49,084, UPS – UPS + TLR 1b

Term of Contract: Permanent

Hours per week: Full Time

Start date: September 2025

Closing date: 18th May 2025

St Monica’s is a school with strong academic outcomes and the right candidate will be joining a ‘Good’ school that has been ‘transformed since the last inspection.’ (Ofsted, Jan 2025).It is a ‘a welcoming school community’ where there is “a real sense of value placed on each person as based in the image of God.” (CSI Inspection, Feb 2024) and where ‘pupils enjoy coming to school’ and ‘staff are proud to work at the school’ (Ofsted, Jan 2025).

Our Mission:

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values

One of Hope:

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage:

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation:

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team.The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. As a middle leader you will be expected uphold high standards of student attainment and achievement within the curriculum area in line with national and school policies/priorities. This will include leading, developing and managing the quality of teaching; monitoring and supporting student progress to ensure strong outcomes are attained.As a professional working in a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
• Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
• Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
• Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
• Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.

We can offer:

·A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff

·Highly effective safeguarding procedures.

·A working environment where all feel valued and respected.

·Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.

·A highly dedicated and inspirational team.

·A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.

·A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.

·Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team

·Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

Prospective candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school. Please contact main reception on 0161 773 6436 to make an appointment.

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children.Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

Shortlisting date: TBC

Interview date: TBC

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*