Head of English

2 weeks ago


Blackburn, United Kingdom Blackburn with Darwen Council Full time

Job description

Blackburn Central High School

Haslingden Road, Blackburn

BB2 3HJ

**Job Title**: Head of English

**Grade/Salary**: TLR 1B

**Contract Type**: Permanent

**Contract Terms**: Full Time

**Required From**: ASAP

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This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a department where you will have the autonomy to implement your own ideas and the support to ensure you develop as a leader. We are looking for someone who can lead our forward-thinking English department with enthusiasm and positivity. You will be leading a team of specialists who all have a passion for English and the desire to improve. You will share the same belief that all students can be successful in English and this will guide your thoughts with regards to curriculum design and assessment. You will have the ability to communicate a vision that inspires trust and motivates staff, students and the community.

BCHS has converted to a multi academy trust, Champion Education Trust. As part of the Trust BCHS work with Crosshill Special School and Lotus School in Blackpool. This is an exciting time to join a developing Trust whose ethos and values are to support students to be “the best that they can be”. More information on the MAT can be found on the school website and during the interview process.

At BCHS and Champion Education Trust we look to provide numerous opportunities for our people as we strive on developing and promoting from within to ensure people meet their full potential.

**We can offer you**:

- The opportunity to work in an excellent school with a dedicated staff team around you.
- A Stable and committed staff and Trust team determined to give our students the best possible opportunities;
- A supportive and committed board of Trustees;
- Ongoing professional career development
- Access to an employment assistance scheme.
- **Interviews will take place week commencing 27.11.23 date and time to be confirmed.**

**Job details**:
Job reference
- REQ02404

Date posted
- 08/11/2023

Application closing date
- 24/11/2023

Location
- Blackburn Central High School

Salary
- TLR 1B - £11,417

Package
- Blank

Contractual hours
- 25

Basis
- Full time

Job category/type
- Schools



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