Lead with ambition. Inspire through English. Shape futures at The King’s School.
Are you an outstanding teacher looking to take the next step in your career?
We’re looking for a passionate and ambitious Deputy Curriculum Leader of English to join our team at The King’s School. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring middle leader to provide strategic leadership across this vibrant curriculum area.
You will be responsible for raising standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement, and for ensuring that all learners have access to a high-quality, inclusive and engaging curriculum.
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a lead role in shaping the long‑term vision, direction, and development of the curriculum area, ensuring they are fully aligned with the aims, objectives, and ethos of the school.
* A forward‑thinking school and Trust with a strong commitment to inclusion
* A highly supportive and ambitious Senior and Middle Leadership Teams
* Pontefract Academies Trust is merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our students and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts, for all subject areas
As Deputy Curriculum Leader of English you will:
* Support the Curriculum Leader in driving the vision and strategy for the English department
* Contribute to developing an engaging, challenging curriculum
* Develop and support staff to ensure consistently strong teaching and learning within the department
* Monitor student progress and use performance data to raise achievement
* Help manage resources and maintain high standards across the department
* Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and partner schools
We’re looking for someone who:
* Is an ambitious, proactive classroom practitioner who models excellent teaching
* Has the drive to raise standards and maintain high expectations
* Brings fresh thinking and a willingness to challenge and improve practice
* Is passionate about English and inspires through an ambitious curriculum
* Works collaboratively and contributes positively to the school community
* Demonstrates strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Contract Details
* Permanent 1 FTE contract
* Start date of 01 September 2026
Benefits
* Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
* Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal‑based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing
* Generous employer pension (Teachers’ pension)
* Laptop
* Family‑friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
* Cycle to work scheme, Blue Light card, discounted gym membership
* Free eye care via Specsavers, childcare vouchers
* Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
* Free flu vaccinations
Application Process
* Complete an application form via the school website
* Complete the attached Examination results form that is required for this role
* Attach the document in the ‘Additional Information and Documents’ section of your application within SamPeopleRecruit
Ready to apply? If you’re excited by this opportunity and would like to play a key role in shaping the future of English at The King's School, we would love to hear from you.
Take the next step in your career and apply now via our website. Join us and help make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of our students and the wider community.
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