Subject Leader of English

Aquinas Church of England Education Trust; Bromley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bromley seeks a passionate Subject Leader of English to inspire students and enhance teaching standards. The ideal candidate will possess leadership qualities and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and high-achieving environment. This permanent, full-time role offers a supportive community and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional Development

Supportive Community

Qualifications

• Experience teaching across KS3 – KS5.
• Ability to develop innovative teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English department and promote high standards.
• Establish excellent relationships with students and colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Innovation

Education

Good Honours Degree

Job description

Bishop Justus is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and inspirational Subject Leader of English to join our dedicated team. You must be an experienced Leader at the forefront of promoting high standards of teaching and learning across the English department. You must also have experience teaching across KS3 – KS5, delivering a high-quality knowledge rich education for our students.

The successful candidate must be able to establish excellent relationships with students and colleagues, be flexible in their approach and provide clear leadership to the department through excellent communication skills. Our school is driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are looking for a colleague who shares those ambitions and is committed to helping students achieve their full potential.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent Teacher of English;
• Be an experienced Leader;
• Have experience teaching across KS3 – KS5;
• Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students;
• Develop and implement innovative teaching practices to raise student achievement in English.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and be able to lead innovation within a team;
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent;
• Be committed to continuing professional learning;
• Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour;
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances;
• A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Grade: MPS/UPS + TLR 1A

Hours: Full Time

Contract: Permanent

Location

Bishop Justus Church of England School
Magpie Hall Lane
Bromley
Kent
BR2 8HZ

Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.

All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates will have their references taken-up before any interview.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.