Head of Department for English

We are excited to offer this fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and ambitious Head of Department for English to join Grace Academy Coventry. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of English with the experience or clear potential to organise, manage, lead and develop the Department Team. The position is ideal for a teacher keen to gain, increase or bring experience of Department Leadership.

English is at the forefront of teaching and learning across the school and we have a diverse, dynamic team of practitioners who are enthusiastic and passionate about the subject and the school. The climate for learning in the English corridor is very positive and student attitudes to the subject are amongst the best in the school, meaning the foundations of the department are very strong and help staff to become established quickly. In English, students are studying the AQA specification. Language and Literature are co-taught during KS3 and separated at KS4. At KS4 we study: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Power and Conflict poetry, Romeo and Juliet and An Inspector Calls.

We are a welcoming and caring community where our core values of Limitless Potential, Intentional Excellence, Mutual Respect, Genuine Integrity and Amazing Grace based on Christian values, run through all we do. It is central to our ethos, day-to-day curriculum, extra-curricular activities and pastoral structures. Here at Grace Academy we not only focus on the academic excellence of students but also work with students on supporting them to be the best human beings they can be.

We have high expectations for all those involved in the education of children. It is important that all students leaving Grace Academy have the qualifications they need in order to follow the path they have chosen; that students do not limit themselves and that staff and parents support them in raising their expectations and aspirations.

We pride ourselves on our caring ethos with a strong and genuine focus on staff wellbeing, putting development and wellbeing at the heart of our work. We work hard to look after our pool of talented staff who are encouraged to grow, develop and work collaboratively.

The Trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the Trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.

How to apply:

Please read through the information in the pack carefully and please do not hesitate to contact the Academy if you would like to arrange a pre application visit – we strongly welcome this. If you cannot make a visit, then please feel free to phone us to talk about the post.

Visits to the school or an informal confidential discussions can be arranged via Sarah McAdam (Heads PA) at sarahmcadam@graceacademy.org.uk or on 02476 589 000.

You should ensure that you have completed all sections of the application form. Please submit your letter of application with no more than two A4 sides, plus your application form to Sarah McAdam via email at sarahmcadam@graceacademy.org.uk by Wednesday 30th November 2022.