Head of English

Start date: 1st September 2024 

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational Head of English to join our successful and supportive English department.  The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that inspirational teaching makes learning in English exciting and relevant and that the curriculum is engaging, effective and supports our learners to achieve excellent outcomes. They will have a clear vision for what constitutes excellence in English teaching and will have a commitment to building interest and enthusiasm for English across the school.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of supporting learners to make progress in English. They will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and will actively support and develop colleagues.

The Head of English will lead on the quality of teaching and learning, the curriculum and assessment across the department.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school dedicated to supporting students to realise their potential.

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS).

Please apply by submitting a Fells Trust teaching staff application form available via our website:
https://www.walneyschool.org.uk/

Closing date for applications: by noon 13th March 2024
Interview date: w/c 18th March 2024

If you have any queries, please contact HR at 
applications@thefellstrust.org