Head of English & Literacy Leadership (KS2-4)

Education Partnership; Burnley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash back plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to government pension schemes

Free parking

Training, mentoring and progression

Trust intranet resources

Job summary

The Heights School, Burnley invites applications for a Head of English to lead the English department across KS2-4 from April 2027. You will raise attainment, plan curriculum, and drive innovative learning initiatives to secure high pupil progress.

We seek a qualified teacher with degree-level English, proven leadership experience, and a commitment to improving teaching standards across the school. This permanent post offers a supportive Trust environment within Education Partnership Trust (EPT).

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status.
• Degree-level English or equivalent.
• Ability to deliver high-quality lessons to pupils of all ages and abilities.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the English curriculum and developments.
• Experience leading a team to implement curriculum initiatives with demonstrable pupil progress.
• Relevant CPD/qualifications for secondary teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English department across KS2-4.
• Raise pupil attainment in English as evidenced by assessments and external examinations.
• Teach English across key stages 3 and 4.
• Develop innovative approaches to learning in English.
• Assist colleagues in raising standards of teaching and learning.
• Plan and oversee English curriculum documentation for KS2-4.
• Lead and develop the school’s reading strategy and literacy initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Deliver high-quality lessons

Curriculum development

Assessment & progress tracking

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in English or equivalent

Job description

The Heights School, Burnley invites applications for a Head of English to lead the English department across KS2-4 from April 2027. You will raise attainment, plan curriculum, and drive innovative learning initiatives to secure high pupil progress.

We seek a qualified teacher with degree-level English, proven leadership experience, and a commitment to improving teaching standards across the school. This permanent post offers a supportive Trust environment within Education Partnership Trust (EPT).