Head of English

Teaching Vacancies; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East Hagbourne is seeking an innovative Lead Practitioner to enhance English and Literacy programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding teaching abilities, communication skills, and the drive to support colleagues and students effectively. This role offers unparalleled professional development opportunities and aligns with the school's commitment to high-quality teaching. Interested candidates should apply via [e-mail].

Benefits

Excellent transport links

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Proven record of positive student outcomes.
• Experience in whole school CPD and professional development.
• Ability to introduce A level English to the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support innovation in English and Literacy.
• Provide ongoing support to colleagues.
• Embrace the challenges of a new school environment.

Skills

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to influence outcomes

Supportive coaching

Job description

What skills and experience we’re looking for

Are you a current or aspiring Lead Practitioner looking for a new role? Would you be interested in becoming a part of what is possibly the most exciting change in the education landscape in decades?

UTC Oxfordshire is currently looking to appoint an additional innovative, dynamic and passionate teacher to lead and support innovation and develop English and Literacy within the UTC. The successful applicant will join the UTC as it grows and develops.

UTC Oxfordshire opened in September 2015 in Didcot. It will admit up to 600 students aged 14 to 19 living in the catchment area. UTC specialises in science and engineering, alongside a broad and balanced curriculum. We benefit from the support of local employers and three leading universities who enrich and enhance our unique curriculum offer.

The successful candidate will need to:

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner.
• Have excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Be able to influence outcomes at all levels and deliver whole school CPD and professional development.
• Introduce A level English to the curriculum.
• Be able to influence outcomes at all levels and deliver whole school CPD and professional development.
• Provide support to colleagues as part of our successful coaching program.
• Demonstrated whole school impact in their current role which has a positive impact upon students’ lives and destinations.
• Be ready to embrace the challenge of a new school and the opportunities that exist.

What the school offers its staff

• UTC Oxfordshire is centrally located with excellent transport links close by.
• An exciting opportunity to work as a growing and supportive team.
• An environment where the focus is upon high quality teaching and employment outcomes.
• A unique curriculum where GCSE English and Literacy benefits from up to 6 hours of curriculum time, outstanding facilities and cutting‑edge ICT and technology to support learning.
• An opportunity to develop your teaching career with the possibility of moving into senior leadership either at the commencement of post or as the role develops.
• Unparalleled professional development.
• Focussed teaching – only KS4 and KS5 classes.
• Small class sizes.
• Passionate students.
• Fully supported laptop provided with latest software to simplify your workload.

Further details about the role

If you are interested in joining UTC Oxfordshire and you have the skills and the qualities required for this post, please complete an Application form and return to [e-mail].

Closing date: Applications will be considered on receipt, and suitable candidates will be invited to interview.

Interviews: TBC

Commitment to safeguarding

UTC Oxfordshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will meet the selection criteria, and will be required to apply for an Enhanced DBS disclosure and complete the relevant safeguarding training. We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022’.