Head of English

About Us:
At this inclusive Secondary School, we are dedicated to steering the lives of young boys aged 11 to 18 in the right direction. Our committed team works collaboratively to achieve successful outcomes for students who often enter our school with a troubled view of education and life.

Job Title: Head of English

Location: Rawtenstall

**Salary**: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

The Opportunity:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of pupils and young people? We are seeking an enthusiastic Head of English to join our thriving specialist SEMH School. Reporting to the Head Teacher, you will be responsible for running the English department, ensuring its success in achieving its aims.

About You:
Job Purpose:
Secure high-quality teaching, effective resource utilization, and improved learning standards for all pupils.

Improve the quality of pupils' learning in English across all key stages.

Contribute to the development and implementation of English policy and procedure.

Lead responsibility for English across the school and develop plans with clear targets and success criteria.

Lead responsibility for reading across the school, including reading interventions.

About the School:
This school is an independent, specialist day school where we pride ourselves on nurturing aspiration, steering students both academically and socially. We build confidence in our students, fostering a greater understanding of the wider community.

Why Join Us:
Exceptional reward package, including Life Assurance and a Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.

"Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to top-tier mental health support services and physical health checks.

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) offering a wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.

100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.

Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical illness cover, and more.

Your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of pupils and vulnerable young adults.

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Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week - work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Salary**: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking

Ability to Commute:

- Rossendale, Lancashire (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Rossendale, Lancashire: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person