Curriculum Leader for English
1. MPS/UPS + TLR
2. Full Time
3. Start Date: April 2026
4. Close Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026
5. Peacehaven Community School
6. MPS/UPS + TLR
7. hours per week, AYR
8. Start Date – April 2026
9. Interview Date – w/c 26th February 2026
Peacehaven Community School is seeking to recruit an excellent Head of English who is looking for an exciting Teaching and Learning responsibility, leading our forward-thinking English department.
You may be an ambitious English teacher seeking your first Head of Department role, or you may already be a successful TLR holder or Middle Leader. We believe in developing the capacity of our staff and the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to participate in CPD that will enhance knowledge and support growth.
We are particularly interested in employing a candidate who has a strong, forward looking vision for the English curriculum.
The candidate will:
10. Be an outstanding teacher with the drive and capacity to really thrive in this role and to become an exceptional leader.
11. Have a clear vision of how to improve standards in English.
12. Have the ability to teach and lead across both Key Stages 3 & 4.
13. Be able to lead, motivate and inspire students and colleagues.
14. Be resilient, hard-working, solution focused, and committed to transforming student outcomes.
This could be your opportunity to make a significant and measurable difference in improving the educational attainment of the children and young people in this inclusive community. You will have the ability to motivate and inspire students and will be relentless in the pursuit of the highest standards of progress for every student, regardless of their ability.
Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date.
This school is also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check and the post may be offered only on receipt of two good references.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
15. Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
16. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
17. Enhanced Maternity Pay
18. Well-Being Day
19. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
20. Access to training and development
21. Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
22. Cycle to Work scheme
23. On-site Parking
Ready to join us?