Director of English

Job details

Job role: Teacher, Other leadership roles

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject: English

Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours

Contract type: Permanent

Pay scale: Leadership Scale 6-10, Actual Salary - £58,569 - £64,690

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced and committed Director of English to support the Deputy Headteacher in raising standards of attainment and achievement across the English faculty. The postholder will lead and manage high‑quality teaching and learning, monitor pupil progress and contribute strategically to the development of the curriculum in line with national and school priorities.

• Lead, develop and evaluate teaching and learning across the English department.
• Monitor pupil progress, analyse assessment data and implement strategies to raise achievement.
• Coordinate the delivery of English across all Key Stages to ensure continuity and progression.
• Review and develop curriculum plans, policies and long‑term schemes of work.
• Line‑manage staff, support professional development and contribute to performance management.
• Produce and monitor an annual Faculty Improvement Plan aligned with school priorities.
• Ensure high standards in assessment, reporting and tracking of pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, governors and external agencies to support whole‑school improvement.
• Uphold the aims, ethos and values of the school and contribute fully to quality assurance processes.

The Successful Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an effective classroom practitioner with strong leadership skills, excellent organisational ability and a clear commitment to raising standards for all pupils. The candidate will demonstrate the capacity to lead a team, evaluate practice and implement improvements that positively impact learning.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join [Employer hidden]

This is a truly inclusive and diverse community where we foster a culture of mutual respect, responsibility and aspiration.  At Hazel Wood our team of highly motivated staff, in partnership with our young people, parents and governors, work incredibly hard to ensure that all our students have the opportunity to achieve the best possible outcomes, both academically and pastorally.

We aim to ensure that we create a stimulating and disciplined environment, and to recognise that successful education lies in supporting the welfare of the whole child: their safety, health and happiness. We believe in discipline in the true sense of the word. Teaching our young people self-control and the resilience to keep working when things get difficult, therefore preparing our young people to be successful adults.

We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff

We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.

We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.

Please contact [Employer hidden] on [contact hidden] or by emailing [contact hidden] to arrange a visit.

Our Employee Benefits

At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

• Enrolment into the Teacher Pension Scheme
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
• Networking opportunities across our trust
• Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
• Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.

Application

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.

For further information about the role please contact [Employer hidden] on [contact hidden] or by emailing [contact hidden]

Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.

Oak Learning Partnership

Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.

‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

childcare disqualification

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

medical

online and social media

prohibition from teaching

right to work

satisfactory references

suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Hazel Wood work with us.pdf - 863 KB (opens in new tab)

JD PS Director of English.pdf - 574 KB (opens in new tab)

About [Employer hidden]

School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16

Education phase: Secondary school

School size: 720 pupils enrolled

Age range: 11 to 16

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