Lead Practitioner English

Education Matters Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious secondary school in South East London seeks a passionate Lead Practitioner for English. This role offers the opportunity to support and coach teachers, contribute to curriculum development, and influence teaching standards across the school. Ideal candidates will have proven teaching experience and leadership aspirations, combined with a love for literature and student achievement.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive SLT

Well-resourced classrooms

Commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Diverse and inclusive school culture

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with PGCE and QTS.
• Several years of successful English teaching experience.
• Proven record of outstanding classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach teachers to raise standards of English teaching.
• Model exceptional classroom practice and drive high expectations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and intervention strategies.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Leadership

Coaching

Curriculum Development

Strategic Thinking

Motivational Skills

Education

PGCE

QTS

Job description

Job Title: Lead Practitioner English
Location: South East London
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a passionate and driven English teacher ready to take the next step in your career?
An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in South East London is seeking a talented and experienced Lead Practitioner for English to join their thriving department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher who is ready to take on whole-school responsibility and contribute to the development of teaching and learning strategies across the curriculum.

About the Role:

• Support and coach teachers to raise standards of English teaching across the department and school
• Model exceptional classroom practice and drive high expectations
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and intervention strategies
• Play a key role in shaping the professional development of staff
• Act as a leader of innovation and research-led pedagogy

What the School Offers:

• A collaborative, supportive SLT with a strong commitment to CPD
• A forward-thinking English department with a proven track record of success
• Well-resourced classrooms and excellent facilities
• A diverse and inclusive school culture that values every voice

Candidate Profile:

• A qualified teacher with PGCE, QTS, and several years of successful English teaching experience
• Proven record of outstanding classroom practice
• Leadership experience or aspirations to lead at a whole-school level
• A passion for literature, language, and student achievement
• Strategic thinking and the ability to motivate and inspire others

If you're ready to influence the future of English teaching and drive excellence across a vibrant school community, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now
Please send your CV to James at (url removed)

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