Assistant Headteacher (English)

Assistant Headteacher English

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher (English)
Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Management of the English Department:
   • Monitor, evaluate, and continually improve the quality of planning, teaching, and assessment within the department.
   • Participate in or lead quality assurance processes to enhance staff performance.
   • Efficiently manage the departmental budget and resources.
   • Lead behaviour management, ensuring strong routines for learning.
   • Foster strong partnerships with parents and carers.
   • Contribute to the school's self-evaluation process.
   • Collaborate with colleagues as a committed team member.
2. Curriculum and Assessment:
   • Develop a rigorous and inspirational, knowledge-rich curriculum.
   • Pursue evidence-based approaches to curriculum design.
   • Ensure curriculum maps clearly outline intent and implementation.
   • Plan GCSE and exam courses in line with specifications.
   • Accountable for student progress across all key stages.
   • Use data to identify underperformance and implement effective interventions.
3. Qualities and Knowledge:
   • Inspire and influence others.
   • Communicate the school's vision compellingly.
   • Stay informed about educational developments.
   • Demonstrate strong leadership and moral purpose.
   • Work with political and financial astuteness.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a head of department or pastoral leader.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities effectively.
• Highly motivated and able to motivate other staff.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in English: Desirable.

To apply, please submit your CV.

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