Second in Charge - English & Whole School Literacy Lead
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AH |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 3dc4199d-0d15-4d74-b197-ae0b06410d29 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree in English or a related subject
Experience
• Successful teaching experience in secondary English.
• Evidence of raising student achievement.
• Experience supporting curriculum development or departmental initiatives.
• Experience of promoting literacy across the curriculum (desirable).
Skills and Knowledge
• Excellent subject knowledge in English.
• Strong understanding of literacy development and reading strategies.
• Ability to lead and inspire colleagues.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse data to inform teaching and learning.
Personal Qualities
• Passion for English and literacy education.
• Commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all students.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership style.
• High expectations of students and staff.
What the school offers its staff
• Highly motivated, academically able students
• A supportive, collaborative English department
• A strong culture of professional development and evidence-informed practice
• Opportunities for leadership development
• A school culture that actively promotes staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Excellent facilities and resources
Further details about the role
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and highly skilled teacher to the role of Second in Department for English and Whole School Literacy Lead at our successful boys’ grammar school.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to play a key role in both the strategic leadership of the English department and the development of literacy across the whole school. Working closely with the Head of English and senior leaders, the successful candidate will support the continued academic success of the department while leading initiatives that strengthen reading, writing and vocabulary development across the curriculum.
Our English department is a collaborative and high-performing team committed to delivering a rich and challenging curriculum. Students are highly motivated and demonstrate a strong enthusiasm for literature, discussion and academic study.
We are particularly keen to hear from colleagues who are passionate about literacy development and evidence-informed teaching, and who are keen to work with departments across the school to ensure all students develop the sophisticated literacy skills required for academic success.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Qualifications
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree in English or a related subject
Experience
• Successful teaching experience in secondary English.
• Evidence of raising student achievement.
• Experience supporting curriculum development or departmental initiatives.
• Experience of promoting literacy across the curriculum (desirable).
Skills and Knowledge
• Excellent subject knowledge in English.
• Strong understanding of literacy development and reading strategies.
• Ability to lead and inspire colleagues.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse data to inform teaching and learning.
Personal Qualities
• Passion for English and literacy education.
• Commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all students.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership style.
• High expectations of students and staff.
What the school offers its staff
• Highly motivated, academically able students
• A supportive, collaborative English department
• A strong culture of professional development and evidence-informed practice
• Opportunities for leadership development
• A school culture that actively promotes staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Excellent facilities and resources
Further details about the role
We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and highly skilled teacher to the role of Second in Department for English and Whole School Literacy Lead at our successful boys’ grammar school.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to play a key role in both the strategic leadership of the English department and the development of literacy across the whole school. Working closely with the Head of English and senior leaders, the successful candidate will support the continued academic success of the department while leading initiatives that strengthen reading, writing and vocabulary development across the curriculum.
Our English department is a collaborative and high-performing team committed to delivering a rich and challenging curriculum. Students are highly motivated and demonstrate a strong enthusiasm for literature, discussion and academic study.
We are particularly keen to hear from colleagues who are passionate about literacy development and evidence-informed teaching, and who are keen to work with departments across the school to ensure all students develop the sophisticated literacy skills required for academic success.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.