English Subject Leader Key Stage 3

Summary:

English Subject Leader Key Stage 3 – lead curriculum and support pupil outcomes.

About the School:

A school with a strong multi-faith ethos and a commitment to nurturing virtues such as compassion, humility, and service. It fosters a culture of excellence and continuous improvement across all levels of education.

The Opportunity:

As an English Subject Leader Key Stage 3, you will play a vital role in shaping the curriculum and driving improvements in pupil outcomes. You will lead by example, support colleagues, and ensure high-quality teaching and learning across the subject. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student achievement and school-wide educational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the implementation and sequencing of the curriculum to ensure a spiral of knowledge that supports pupil progress.
• Adapt and refine existing schemes of work and assessment frameworks to ensure they remain high-quality and compliant.
• Maintain a bank of subject-specific resources aligned with the Framework for Great Teaching.
• Conduct regular work scrutinies and provide feedback to SLT on curriculum impact.
• Support the administration of exam board requirements and ensure compliance with school processes.
• Integrate school-wide literacy and numeracy strategies into your subject area.
• Implement agreed subject-specific intervention strategies and track their impact on pupil outcomes.
• Coordinate subject-specific clubs and "beyond the classroom" opportunities to enhance student engagement.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with relevant experience in Key Stage 3 English.
• Proven ability to lead and support curriculum development.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Experience in monitoring and reporting on pupil progress and attainment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and compliance with school policies.

Preferred

• Experience in staff mentoring or leading professional development.
• Familiarity with multi-faith education and virtues-led teaching approaches.
• Experience in leading subject-specific events or competitions.
• Knowledge of exam board requirements and assessment frameworks.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based awards.
• Comprehensive professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive working environment.