Lead Practitioner of English

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Lead Practitioner of English for a full-time permanent role starting in September 2025. Located in Bexley, the school is seeking a passionate individual to raise attainment across key stages while being supported by a strong leadership team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in teaching and possess UK QTS.

Benefits

Plenty of CPD opportunities

Support from SLT

Qualifications

• Proven record of outstanding teaching.
• High standards for yourself & colleagues.
• Willingness to lead from the front.

Responsibilities

• Raise attainment and quality of learning across KS3-KS4.
• Work alongside a strong Head of Department.
• Lead with passion & enthusiasm for English.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Leadership

Teaching

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Lead Practitioner of English

Lead Practitioner of English

Full time, Permanent

Bexley

Outer London Leadership Scale L7 – L10 (£62,089 - £66,479)

September 2025

Our "Outstanding" Secondary School in Bexley (Thamesmead) is on the hunt for a Lead Practitioner of English for a September 2025 start. This is a full-time, and permanent position.

What will the role of Lead Practitioner of English entail?

• Raising attainment, and quality of learning across KS3-KS4 - KS5 Is an additional option
• Working alongside a very STRONG Head of Department
• Leading from the front, oozing passion & enthusiasm towards English!

Our Head Teacher is keen to find an enthusiast who can take the Schools English curriculum & department to the next level. You'll be given full support from SLT while the freedom to make changes where needed.

You'll be joining a School with a HUGE list of achievements over the past 10 years, while being surrounded by peers who generally want to make a difference daily. There's no pointless / outdated teaching or marking methods - EVERYTHING makes sense.

If you would like to find out more information about this Lead Practitioner of English opportunity - please read below!

JOB DESCRIPTION - Lead Practitioner of English

• Lead Practitioner of English
• Raising attainment, and quality of learning across KS3-KS4 - KS5 Is an additional option
• Working alongside a very STRONG Head of Department
• Leading from the front, oozing passion & enthusiasm towards English!
• September 2025 start.
• Permanent & Full Time
• Lead Practitioner Scale
• Located in Bexley

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Lead Practitioner of English

• Must have high standards for yourself & colleagues
• Proven record of outstanding teaching
• Real passion towards English
• Willingness to lead from the front
• Must have UK QTS
• Graded "Outstanding" or "Good" in recent lesson observations

SCHOOL DETAILS

• "Outstanding" Ofsted Graded School
• Leading training School
• Plenty of CPD opportunities throughout
• Located in Bexley

To apply for this Lead Practitioner of English, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Lead Practitioner of English role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Lead Practitioner of English, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Lead Practitioner of English candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Lead Practitioner of English post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Lead Practitioner of English opportunity by sending your CV to Chloe at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Lead Practitioner of English role within 48 hours.

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