KS3 Lead in English
Location: The Deanery CE Academy, Swindon (SN1 7DA)
Salary range: MPS/UPS (dependant on experience) + TLR 2B (£5,832)
Details of role: This is a full-time, permanent role, but we welcome part-time applications.
About Us: The Deanery CE Academy, located in the vibrant community of Wichelstowe, is seeking a dynamic and passionate leader for our KS3 English curriculum. This is a fabulous opportunity to advance your career within a Trust that truly values its staff and fosters a supportive and collaborative environment.
Role Overview: As the Lead of KS3 English, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students by leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum across KS3. Your responsibilities will include:
• Curriculum Development: Designing and implementing an innovative KS3 curriculum that engages and inspires all students.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning in KS3 English lessons through regular monitoring and evaluation.
• Leadership: Providing strong leadership and support to the English department, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Professional Development: Supporting the professional growth of staff through mentoring, training, and sharing best practices.
• Community Engagement: Building strong relationships with students, parents, and the wider community to promote the importance of life long literacy.
What We Offer:
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to the latest educational technology and resources.
• A commitment to work-life balance and staff well-being.
Please see the attached Job Description for details of the role.
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Why choose us?
The Park Academies Trust is a family of schools, both primary and secondary, that believes in ‘collaboration not competition’. Together we are stronger!
Formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education, we are a growing Trust with a strong academic performance and are looking to enhance our team with dedicated and passionate teachers.
Currently eight schools: Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, The Deanery CE Academy, Red Oaks Primary School, Orchid Vale Primary School, Bridlewood Primary School and Kingfisher CE Academy, the Trust offers a high-quality educational provision from nursery right up to Sixth Form, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi-phase educational Trust.
The positive and caring ethos at all our schools is combined with a clear mission to deliver the richest possible education experience which enables young people to leave our care as responsible citizens equipped to fulfil their personal goals and career aspirations.
We are offering an exciting opportunity to develop your career by joining a Trust which truly values its staff and provides a highly supportive environment.
What we offer:
• A positive and dynamic environment in a Trust which is growing in both size and success
• A strong pupil ethos centred on mutual respect and fulfilling potential
• Competitive salary
• A variety of career progression opportunities within the Trust, including our own bespoke leadership programme
• Support from dedicated and experienced colleagues across the Trust
• Staff benefits package, including salary sacrifice affordable technology, cycle to work scheme, shopping and holiday discounts
• Staff wellbeing: access to On Line Doctor, discounted gym membership, Employee Assistance Programme
• Attractive pension scheme