What skills and experience we're looking for
A recruitment and retention payment of up to £10,000 may be offered, payable over a three‑year period, subject to the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and relevant experience, as well as continued eligibility in line with organisational policy.
Interviews to take place on 21st May 2026.
We are seeking an experienced and committed Curriculum Leader - English to support the Deputy Headteacher in raising standards of attainment and achievement across the English faculty. The postholder will lead and manage high‑quality teaching and learning, monitor pupil progress and contribute strategically to the development of the curriculum in line with national and school priorities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, develop and evaluate teaching and learning across the English department.
* Monitor pupil progress, analyse assessment data and implement strategies to raise achievement.
* Coordinate the delivery of English across all Key Stages to ensure continuity and progression.
* Review and develop curriculum plans, policies and long‑term schemes of work.
* Line‑manage staff, support professional development and contribute to performance management.
* Produce and monitor an annual Faculty Improvement Plan aligned with school priorities.
* Ensure high standards in assessment, reporting and tracking of pupil progress.
* Work collaboratively with senior leaders, governors and external agencies to support whole‑school improvement.
* Uphold the aims, ethos and values of the school and contribute fully to quality assurance processes.
The Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an effective classroom practitioner with strong leadership skills, excellent organisational ability and a clear commitment to raising standards for all pupils. The candidate will demonstrate the capacity to lead a team, evaluate practice and implement improvements that positively impact learning.
Benefits
* Enrolment into the Teacher Pension Scheme
* Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
* A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
* Networking opportunities across our trust
* Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
* Healthcare plan through Medicash with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family.
* Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.
Safeguarding and Equality
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.
Oak Learning Partnership is a cross‑phase trust consisting of primary, special, and secondary schools, with a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach. ‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.
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