English Lead – Al Maharat

Vacancy Ref: V-MAH-2026-003 Department: Academic Grade / Level: Cycle 2, Cycle 3 Education: Bachelor's Degree, PGDE / PGCE, Master's Degree Experience: 4 Job Purpose: To lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of the English department across all key stages (EYFS to KS5) in an all-through school setting. The Head of English will ensure high standards of teaching and learning, foster a love of English in pupils, and promote academic excellence throughout the school. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Provide dynamic and effective leadership of the English department across primary and secondary phases. Develop and implement a clear vision and improvement plan for English in line with the whole-school development plan. Line manage and support departmental staff, including teaching staff and teaching assistants, through performance management, CPD, and mentoring. Lead regular departmental meetings and contribute to whole-school leadership meetings where appr...