Assistant Subject Leader for English

We are looking for a creative, dynamic and highly motivated English specialist with a proven track record of results across both Key Stage 3 and 4. Someone who can bring with them ideas, energy and enthusiasm and who is committed to raising attainment. The successful candidate will be an innovative and enthusiastic teacher with drive and determination who will support the Head of Department and take on leadership responsibility. 

 Principal Responsibilities:

·        To support curriculum development.

·        To raise levels of student achievement.

·        To monitor, evaluate, track and review student progress.

·        To develop promotion of English across the school.

This is an ideal opportunity for career development for any ambitious colleague who wishes to develop their leadership potential.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Wellfield achieved its second Ofsted ‘Good’ judgement in June 2018. It is a highly successful comprehensive school, with consistently above national average results. An £8.5million refurbishment was completed in the summer of 2014, resulting in an excellent learning environment offering state of the art facilities. There is also a floodlit, FA standard, 3G multi purpose sports facility on site which will support both the development of school and community sport. Situated only 8 miles to the east of Durham City the school is well located for access to the A19 and A1(M). It is also within comfortable driving distance of affordable housing and areas of outstanding natural beauty. We benefit from a Beacon Nursery in the village.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).

 Informal visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Ms K Jobes to arrange this. Application packs are available via the school website www.wellfieldschool.net or from Ms Jobes at the school k.jobes@wellfieldschool.net.