Head of English & Literacy Leadership

E-ACT Crest Academy

Willesden

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension (LGPS/TPS)
Life cover 3x pensionable pay
31 days annual leave
Cycle to Work scheme
CPD opportunities

Job summary

E-ACT Crest Academy in London, Willesden, seeks an ambitious Head of English to lead the English department, drive outcomes, and foster a love of reading. You will develop staff, mentor colleagues, and champion literacy across the academy, supporting students to reach their full potential and thrive in a high-expectations environment.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on teaching quality improvement, curriculum planning, and data-informed decision making, within a committed

Qualifications

  • QTS and degree in English or related subject
  • Proven track record of strong English outcomes
  • Experience leading or mentoring department
  • Strong curriculum knowledge; capable of using data to drive improvement
  • Excellent communication, organisation and leadership; high expectations

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the English department across key stage
  • Improve student progress through curriculum planning, assessment, and intervention
  • Coach and support English team members
  • Monitor teaching quality and student outcomes using data
  • Promote literacy across the academy

Skills

QTS
Leadership experience
Curriculum knowledge
Data-driven
Communication skills

Education

QTS + English degree

Tools

Data analysis tools
MS Office

Job description

E-ACT Crest Academy in London, Willesden, seeks an ambitious Head of English to lead the English department, drive outcomes, and foster a love of reading. You will develop staff, mentor colleagues, and champion literacy across the academy, supporting students to reach their full potential and thrive in a high-expectations environment.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on teaching quality improvement, curriculum planning, and data-informed decision making, within a committed

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