Head of English Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Wellingborough; Vor Ort; GBP 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced Lead English Teacher for a secondary school in the Wellingborough / Bedfordshire area. The role involves leading the English department, delivering high-quality Key Stages 3 and 4 lessons, and driving developments in the curriculum to raise pupil progress.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or an equivalent qualification, bring strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature, and demonstrate excellent leadership, planning and assessment

Qualifikationen

• Holds QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Extensive experience teaching English in secondary schools.
• Proven experience leading a department or subject.
• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Provide leadership and support within the English department.
• Develop and implement the English curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment data to drive improvement.
• Support planning, teaching strategies and share best practice.
• Develop engaging learning resources and schemes of work.
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement.
• Support pupils in developing reading, writing, analytical and communication skills.

Kenntnisse

QTS

Secondary English teaching

Department leadership

Assessment & progress tracking

Communication & leadership

Ausbildung

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Lead English Teacher - Wellingborough / Bedfordshire

Location: Wellingborough and Bedfordshire

Employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Contract: Full-time | Long-term opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced and ambitious Lead English Teacher to take on an exciting teaching opportunity within a secondary school in the Wellingborough / Bedfordshire area. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and passionate English specialist who is ready to take on a leading role within the department, inspire both pupils and colleagues, and contribute to the continued development of English teaching and learning. We are looking for someone with strong subject knowledge, excellent classroom practice and the ability to lead by example, ensuring pupils receive engaging, challenging and high-quality lessons that support their academic progress.

The Role

• Lead and deliver high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Provide effective leadership and support within the English department.
• Support the development and implementation of the English curriculum.
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment information to identify areas for improvement.
• Support colleagues with planning, teaching strategies and sharing best practice.
• Develop engaging learning resources and schemes of work.
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning and behaviour across the department.
• Support pupils in developing their reading, writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Identify opportunities to improve pupil engagement and academic outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders and teaching staff to drive continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has strong experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
• Has experience leading a subject, department or team, or is ready to take the next step into a leadership position.
• Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Confident delivering lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Able to motivate and support colleagues while maintaining high expectations.
• Passionate about improving teaching standards and pupil achievement.
• Confident managing classroom behaviour and creating an inclusive learning environment.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience.
• Full-time, long-term teaching opportunities.
• Free CPD and professional development.
• Access to The National College following your first day of work.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to progress your teaching and leadership career.
• Potential for permanent opportunities.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.