Head of English Teacher

King's College School, Cascais; Cascais; Presencial; EUR 55 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

King's College School, Cascais, part of Inspired Education Group, invites applications for a senior English leader who will guide the department and teach in the secondary school. The role combines leadership with classroom responsibilities to uphold high international standards.

You will lead literacy initiatives, monitor student progress with data-driven approaches, and collaborate with leaders, staff, and parents to ensure a rich, engaging English education across Years 7–12.

Qualificações

• University degree in English and a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent).
• Proven leadership or middle management experience within an English department.
• Extensive experience teaching English within international frameworks (IGCSE, IB/EA Levels).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to inspire staff, students and parents.
• Commitment to CPD and updating teaching practices across the faculty.
• Full compliance with school policies and safeguarding frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the English department faculty, fostering collaboration and professionalism.
• Drive academic attainment and monitor student progress against high targets.
• Design and review the English curriculum to align with school goals and international standards.
• Support teachers through performance management and observations.
• Oversee student assessments and implement data-driven interventions.
• Communicate department performance and strategies to leadership and parents.
• Lead school-wide literacy initiatives and enrichment programmes.

Conhecimentos

English leadership

Curriculum design

Data-driven monitoring

Stakeholder communication

Formação académica

University degree in English

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 premium leadership for the English Department at King's College School, Cascais. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team of educators, driving academic excellence and a passion for language and literature across the secondary school. This role combines senior classroom teaching with departmental management, ensuring the curriculum meets the highest international standards and supports the holistic growth of every student.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, inspire, and manage the English department faculty, promoting a collaborative and professional working environment.
• Drive academic attainment and implement rigorous monitoring systems to track student progress against high targets.
• Design, review, and evaluate the English curriculum to ensure effective teaching, learning, and alignment with school goals.
• Support teachers through regular performance management, lesson observations, and sharing of pedagogical best practices.
• Oversee student assessments and ensure timely, data-driven interventions are established for students requiring support.
• Communicate department performance and student intervention strategies effectively to senior leadership and parents.
• Lead whole-school literacy initiatives and design enrichment programmes to foster a lifelong love for English.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• University degree in English or a related field, plus a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent).
• Proven track record of successful leadership or middle management experience within an English department.
• Extensive experience teaching English within international frameworks, including Cambridge IGCSE and advanced levels (IBDP or A-Levels).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire trust in students, staff, and parents.
• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and updating teaching techniques across the faculty.
• Full compliance with school policies, health and safety regulations, and child 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.