Lead Practitioner – English – Westborough High School
Join to apply for the Lead Practitioner – English – Westborough High School role at Kirklees Council.
Location: Stockhill Street, Dewsbury WF13 2JE
Salary: A6 – A9 (£58,857 – £63,381) or A10 – A13 (£65,010 – £69,937) considered for the right candidate.
Hours: Full Time, Permanent.
Grade: A6 – A9 / A10 – A13.
Responsibilities
* Develop curriculum planning, teaching and learning and coaching.
* Contribute to Westborough’s culture of professional learning and continuous improvement.
* Work within the English department and the whole school Teaching and Learning team led by senior leaders.
* Build expertise to effectively contribute to the school’s whole-school development.
Qualifications & Experience
* Consistently deliver highly effective lessons in your subject area.
* Ability to lead aspects of Teaching & Learning at a whole school level.
* Experience developing effective teaching resources and strategies.
* Skills and energy to inspire, lead and motivate others.
Benefits
* Clear and shared values and expectations.
* A commitment to tailored professional development.
* A stimulating work environment.
* An experienced, highly committed and supportive leadership team.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications to be returned is 9:00 a.m on Monday 20 October 2025. Completed applications should be returned to Fiona Sharp, PA to the Headteacher at the school or via email (CVs will not be accepted). Early applications are encouraged.
Contact the school on 01924 469549 or visit the school website.
Westborough High School expects all workers, volunteers and employees to share its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. The successful applicant will be appointed subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including references and an Enhanced DBS check.
All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks and will be required to complete a self-declaration form prior to interview.
Any candidate barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children should not apply for the role.
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