Curriculum Leader English and Media

Summary:

Curriculum Leader English and Media – join a thriving school with a strong academic reputation.

About the School:

A school with a strong academic record and a commitment to student wellbeing, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for staff and students alike.

The Opportunity:

As Curriculum Leader English and Media, you will lead a dynamic department focused on delivering high-quality teaching and learning. You will play a key role in raising student achievement and fostering a passion for English and Media across all key stages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the English and Media curriculum, ensuring it meets the needs of all students.
• Collaborate with the Subject Leader for Media and Key Stage post-holders to drive departmental improvement and innovation.
• Provide leadership and support to ensure consistent, high-quality teaching and learning across the department.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, using assessment and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of professional development and share best practice within the department.
• Contribute to the school’s wider educational goals and initiatives.
• Ensure the curriculum reflects the school’s values and ethos, including its Catholic identity.
• Support the school’s commitment to student engagement and enrichment through extracurricular activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in leading a curriculum area within a secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge in English and Media, with the ability to teach across key stages.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students of all abilities.
• Experience in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, with a focus on student progress.
• Commitment to collaboration and working as part of a team.

Preferred

• Experience in curriculum development and leadership.
• Knowledge of assessment and feedback strategies.
• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) or similar.
• Experience in supporting the development of extracurricular and enrichment activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and TLR 1c (£14,428) allowance.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment with a focus on staff wellbeing.