Head of English

1 month ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Watling Academy Full time

HEAD OF ENGLISH

Salary – MPS1 (£30,000) to UPS3 (£46,525)

TLR – £9,936 (pay award pending)

Commencing – September 2024

Are you a natural leader with a deep-seated passion for English literature and language? Do you thrive on supporting fellow educators in unlocking their potential to inspire students?

Watling Academy is looking for a dedicated Head of English to lead our department and inspire the next generation of literary and language enthusiasts.

Join us as Head of English and you'll have the opportunity to be both a mentor and a motivator, guiding our dedicated team of educators in delivering high-quality teaching that brings English literature and language to life. Drawing from your own passion and expertise, you'll inspire your colleagues to explore innovative approaches to teaching, ensuring that every lesson is infused with creativity and enthusiasm.

From introducing Year 7 students to heartwarming tales like "Wonder" to delving into timeless Shakespearean classics like "Macbeth" with Year 10, you'll lead by example in crafting engaging and impactful learning experiences. Through collaborative planning and professional development opportunities, you'll empower our staff to excel in their roles and instil a lifelong appreciation for literature and language in every student.

Information about the English curriculum and end points is available on the website.Watling Academy was judged as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED in May 2023 and is a purpose-built 11-18 secondary school in its fourth year of operation, located within the Whitehouse development on the western expansion area of Milton Keynes. The Academy will have 1800 students when at full capacity. Watling Academy is part of the Denbigh Alliance MAT.

The Denbigh Alliance has a track record of delivering academic success in subjects which offer students a real currency to progress into higher education or employment. We consistently outperform the Milton Keynes and national averages in terms of the results our students achieve. This academic success is built on the supportive, well-disciplined and dynamic learning environment we provide, which enables our students to focus on their studies. We believe that for a School to succeed there needs to be a genuine spirit of partnership between students, the School and parents.

We are a Maths Hub, Computing Hub and SCITT and amongst the best in the country in terms of raising standards, both within our Trust and in the schools that we support.

If you would like to join our team then please visit our website, www.watling.academy for more information and to download an application form. Application forms should be emailed to

Application forms only will be accepted - please do not send CVs.

The Denbigh Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail:

Headteacher: Mr I Bacon

Closing date for applications: Monday 13th May, 9am


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