Job Description
Summary:
Strategic Lead of Literacy – Join a high-achieving school with a strong focus on student outcomes and staff development.
About the School:
A school with excellent behaviour and consistently high results, ranked among the top in County Durham. It is committed to staff wellbeing, continuous improvement, and providing the best possible education for students.
The Opportunity:
As the Strategic Lead of Literacy, you will play a pivotal role in driving literacy across the school. This is a key leadership position that will shape the future of literacy provision at KS3 and KS4, with a focus on achieving outstanding GCSE outcomes. The successful candidate will be a passionate and experienced educator, committed to raising standards and supporting student progress.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a strategic approach to literacy across the school, ensuring consistent and high-quality teaching and learning.
- Deliver high-quality teaching to students across the ability range at KS3 and KS4.
- Monitor and improve GCSE outcomes, ensuring that students achieve above-average results.
- Work closely with senior leadership to implement evidence-based literacy strategies and interventions.
- Support and mentor other staff in the development of literacy skills and pedagogy.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the school to ensure a whole-school approach to literacy.
- Evaluate and refine literacy programs based on student performance and feedback.
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports all students.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified teacher with relevant experience in literacy leadership.
- Proven track record of delivering successful GCSE outcomes.
- Experience teaching across the ability range at KS3 and KS4.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Ability to develop and implement literacy strategies at a senior level.
Preferred
- Experience in a leadership or senior leadership role within a school.
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment.
- Familiarity with literacy initiatives and interventions.
- Experience in driving school improvement and raising standards.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary with TLR 2c allowance.
- Comprehensive professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment with a focus on staff wellbeing.