Deputy Head of English

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, inspirational and energetic English specialist to assist the Head of English to lead our English Faculty. We have a large team of talented and enthusiastic staff in the English faculty who have made significant improvements to the quality of teaching and the outcomes for our pupils over the last few years. 

We want someone who is passionate about learning and teaching of English, and who has the vision, commitment and determination to raise standards across all levels and abilities. The post would suit someone who has experience of leading improvements in teaching in an English faculty and who is ambitious for the role of Head of English in the future. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate a mixture of creative, innovative and engaging teaching practices to motivate, inspire and challenge all pupils to produce the highest quality work in order to make outstanding progress.

Our pupils are fantastic and we need someone who is passionate about making a positive difference to their experience and future prospects.

If you have the qualities to be part of our team that will take Winifred Holtby Academy on the next stage of its journey, please get in touch. We can offer you:

• A positive and optimistic working environment focused on pupil progress
• Exceptional facilities and resources to enable you to teach to your full potential
• A commitment to your on-going professional development
• An opportunity to work with pupils who enjoy the academy, feel safe and treat each other with respect

If you feel you have the vision, skills and commitment to support Winifred Holtby in our drive to raise attainment and teaching standards, we would be pleased to receive an application from you. 

Further details, including job description/person specification are available from the Academy website. 

If you wish to discuss this role informally, please contact Miss Kermeen, Assistant Principal. 

Closing Date: Noon on Friday 3rd March 2017 

Interviews: TBC 

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Donna Bowman, PA to Mr Brown (Principal) Mailto: enquiry@winfiredholtbyacademy.co.uk by the closing date. 

As part of the pre-appointment check, all applicants will be checked for a Prohibition Order in EEA member states and also GTCE Sanctions prior to shortlisting

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.