Assistant Headteacher - English

Job detailsJob roleAssistant headteacherVisa sponsorshipVisas cannot be sponsoredKey stageKey stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5SubjectEnglishWorking patternFull timeContract typePermanentFull-time equivalent salaryLeadership scale 5 - 9 £54,939-£60,644What skills and experience we're looking forKey Responsibilities:Lead the development and implementation of the English curriculum across the schoolProvide high-quality coaching and mentoring support to Early Career TeachersMonitor and evaluate the quality of English teaching and learning, identifying areas for improvementCollaborate with the leadership team to set and achieve ambitious targets for pupil progress and attainment in EnglishPromote a love of reading and writing throughout the schoolContribute to the overall leadership and management of the schoolRequirements:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalentSignificant experience teaching English at secondary levelProven track record of driving improvements in English outcomesExcellent knowledge of the English curriculum and assessment frameworksStrong leadership and coaching skillsAbility to inspire and motivate both pupils and staffWhat the school offers its staffAs a member of QUEST you can expect:A supportive environment allowing you to progress and develop.Students willing to learn.Excellent CPD opportunities.Wellness day - An additional day leave for you to spend time on your own wellness. A day to rest and recuperate, bringing your best selves back to work.The opportunity to work within a team of highly supportive and creative colleagues.A Trust dedicated to preparing young minds for life long learning.See brochure for employee benefits.Commitment to safeguardingOur 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 disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)medicalonline and social mediaprohibition from teachingright to worksatisfactory referencessuitability to work with childrenYou must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.Applying for the jobPlease complete the online application.CVs are not accepted.Visas cannot be sponsored.