Primary English Head of Department
4 days ago
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and driven Head of English (Primary) to join our forward-thinking leadership team. This role is ideal for a current Primary senior or middle leader or an established Head of English/Head of Department.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading the English provision across the Primary phase, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning and contributing to the schools wider improvement priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the development of English across all Primary year groups.
- Inspire, support, and develop teachers to deliver consistently outstanding or very good English lessons, in line with NC expectations.
- Work as part of the wider leadership team to drive whole-school improvement and excellence in English provision.
- Implement a well-sequenced, creative, and rigorous English curriculum that ensures progress and engagement for all learners.
- Use data effectively to raise attainment and progress in reading and writing across the school.
- Mentor and line manage members of the English team, promoting a collaborative and reflective approach to professional learning.
- Oversee reading and literacy initiatives to create a culture where pupils are passionate about English.
- Contribute towards and prepare documentation, evidence, and action plans for internal and external inspection.
Skills
Essential:
- B.Ed or Bachelors degree
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Current Primary leader or Head of English/English HoD in a primary setting.
- Proven track record of improving standards and leading successful teams.
- UAE experience within a British curriculum school.
- Secure knowledge of the National Curriculum for England.
- Evidence of delivering outstanding or consistently very good teaching in English.
- Strong coaching and mentoring skills to develop others.
- Ability to lead change and contribute to whole-school strategic planning.
Desirable:
- NPQML/NPQSL or equivalent leadership qualification
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
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