Head of English Learning & Curriculum

Neat; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Flexible working

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

St Hild’s Church of England School in the NEAT Academy Trust is seeking a Director of Learning for English to lead, develop, and evaluate the English curriculum for Key Stages 3 to 4, following the promotion of the previous post holder. You will be central to improving learner outcomes and leading a dedicated English team.

You will work with the senior leadership team to shape aims and policies, manage essential resources, and monitor progress toward strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a BA degree in English.
• Proven track record as a teacher with impact on learner outcomes.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Deep understanding of strategies to increase pupil motivation, personalise learning, and raise attainment.
• Experience of leading on intervention initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and evaluate the English curriculum across KS3-4.
• Work with the senior leadership team to set aims and policies.
• Manage resources and monitor progress toward strategic goals.
• Ensure high academic standards and an ambitious curriculum.
• Lead teachers and support staff to improve learner outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Curriculum development

Educational strategy

Intervention programmes

Education

QTS

BA in English

Job description

St Hild’s Church of England School in the NEAT Academy Trust is seeking a Director of Learning for English to lead, develop, and evaluate the English curriculum for Key Stages 3 to 4, following the promotion of the previous post holder. You will be central to improving learner outcomes and leading a dedicated English team.

You will work with the senior leadership team to shape aims and policies, manage essential resources, and monitor progress toward strategic goals.