Head of English

PaRK International School; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education Group in Lisbon is seeking an outstanding leader to provide strategic direction and leadership for the English Department. The post-holder will drive standards, lead curriculum development, and promote effective teaching and behaviour across the faculty.

You will monitor KS3/KS4 English (IGCSE), IBDP English A, and A-Level English Literature, overseeing assessment, interventions, and continuous school improvement in collaboration with colleagues.

Qualifications

• University degree in English with a recognized teaching qualification.
• Proven experience leading or managing an English department.
• Experience teaching IGCSE English.
• Ability to teach IBDP English A and/or A-Level English Literature.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clear vision, intent, and curriculum maps for the English Department, leading collaborative planning and Schemes of Work.
• Raise academic attainment in line with school expectations and annual department improvement plans.
• Ensure pupil assessment (Cycle Tests, in-class metrics, interdisciplinary projects) is fit for purpose, standardized, and monitored.
• Design and execute timely intervention strategies for underachievers, communicating them clearly to SLT, HOYs, teachers, and parents.
• Ensure students are entered for the appropriate public examinations at the correct stages.
• Embed whole-school Teaching & Learning practices to ensure pupils make better-than-expected progress.
• Monitor curriculum implementation and manage the performance, support, and development of teachers within the faculty.
• Provide regular progress updates to Senior Leadership (SSLT) during weekly Link meetings.
• Devise an innovative enrichment programme to promote a love of learning through English extracurriculars.

Skills

Leadership of English department

IGCSE English

IBDP English A

A-Level English Literature

Curriculum design

Education

University degree in English with teaching qualification

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking an outstanding leader to provide strategic direction and leadership for the English Department in Lisbon. The post-holder will take a lead role in monitoring and evaluating standards, acting as a leading professional who promotes effective teaching, learning, and excellent behaviour across the faculty. Working in partnership with all staff, you will ensure continuous school improvement, network with other post-holders across the Inspired group.

OVERSIGHT

• Key Stage 3 English, ESL & ELD
• Key Stage 4 English & ESL (IGCSE)
• International Baccalaureate (IBDP) English A & English B
• A Level English Literature

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a clear vision, intent, and curriculum maps for the English Department, leading collaborative planning and Schemes of Work.
• Raise academic attainment in line with school expectations and annual department improvement plans.
• Ensure pupil assessment (Cycle Tests, in-class metrics, interdisciplinary projects) is fit for purpose, standardized, and monitored.
• Design and execute timely intervention strategies for underachievers, communicating them clearly to SLT, HOYs, teachers, and parents.
• Ensure students are entered for the appropriate public examinations at the correct stages.
• Embed whole-school Teaching & Learning practices to ensure pupils make better-than-expected progress.
• Monitor curriculum implementation and manage the performance, support, and development of teachers within the faculty.
• Provide regular progress updates to Senior Leadership (SSLT) during weekly Link meetings.
• Devise an innovative enrichment programme to promote a love of learning through English extracurriculars.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• University degree in English (or related field) alongside a recognized teaching qualification.
• Proven experience successfully leading or managing an English department.
• Essential experience teaching IGCSE English.
• Ability to teach advanced curricula, specifically IBDP English A and/or A-Level English Literature.
• Strong networker capable of collaborating with post-holders across the global Inspired group.
• Full commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and updating faculty curriculum knowledge.
• Compliance with school policies, health and safety regulations, and safeguarding frameworks.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.