English Teacher - Second in Department

I am supporting Secondary, West Midlands school in recruiting a Second in English!

The school are seeking visionary leader so support in shaping the future for their English leaders, playing a key role in fostering a supportive learning environment, development of the curriculum and high standards of teaching.

The school is one of the fastest improving schools in the area, with marked improvements on grades in core subject areas.

This role is ideal for an experienced English teacher looking to take the next step in leadership or for someone currently holding a middle leadership position with the ambition to further shape curriculum, pedagogy, and outcomes in English.

Job Title: Second in Department - English

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Teacher Main / Upper Pay Range + TLR 2A

Timetable: Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver consistently high-quality lessons in English across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Support the development and implementation of an engaging, inclusive, and challenging English curriculum
• Model and promote excellent classroom practice across the department.
• Monitor and support the progress of students to raise attainment and ensure high levels of achievement.
• Assist the Head of English in the day-to-day running of the department.
• Lead on specific areas of curriculum development, assessment, or intervention (to be agreed upon with the Head of Department).
• Mentor and support early career teachers or new team members as appropriate.
• Contribute to departmental self-evaluation, development planning, and quality assurance processes

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in English or a related field.
• Proven track record of excellent classroom teaching and student outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of the English national curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to inspire and support colleagues and students alike.

Desirable:

• Experience in a middle leadership or coordinator role.
• Experience teaching English Literature and Language
• A passion for literacy and cross-curricular collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Innovative teaching and learning supported by a team of expert practitioners who work across our schools
• access to the latest available learning technologies
• a relentless focus on aspiration
• a rich, broad and varied curriculum, meeting the needs of learners of all abilities
• providing clear pathways to educational advancement and employment
• instilling positive values in our learners through a system of Values Driven Expectations that rewards achievement and good behaviour
• developing a culture in which our staff can contribute, develop and thrive.

About Tara

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.

All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. 

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.