Director of English

Director of English

Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready to take on a dynamic role in an outstanding school? We are seeking a Director of English (KS3/KS4) to join a Boys Faith School in North Birmingham. With a strong department, excellent results, and a creative and engaging ethos, this is an opportunity for a dedicated teacher to lead and innovate.

Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the English department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning experiences for students in KS3 and KS4.
• Develop and implement engaging and creative teaching strategies to inspire and motivate students.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, setting ambitious targets to enhance academic achievements.
• Lead, support, and mentor a team of talented English teachers, promoting continuous professional development and growth.
• Introduce new initiatives and ideas to enhance the department's curriculum and teaching practices.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to contribute to whole-school improvement plans.
• Maintain and strengthen the department's excellent track record of results and student outcomes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing a successful English department.
• Strong understanding of the KS3 and KS4 English curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to inspire and support both students and staff in achieving their best.
• Creative and forward-thinking approach to education.
• Dedication to maintaining the school's outstanding status and striving for continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Part of a large trust with strong support and collaborative opportunities.
• Access to excellent facilities and resources to support teaching and learning.
• Commitment to staff training and development, promoting long-term career growth.
• Positive work environment with high staff retention and supportive colleagues.
• Competitive salary package and promotional prospects within the trust.

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in an outstanding school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, we would love to hear from you! 
To apply, please submit your CV to Manny Rai

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.