Head of English

Start: September 2024

MPS/UPS TLR 1c of £15,690 (up to £63,529)

Following the promotion of our current Head of English to Assistant Headteacher we are looking for our first new Head of English in eight years. There are 8 teachers in the English department with a wide range of experience within the team. 

We offer GCSE as well as A Level English Literature and are looking for someone to continue to develop the subject, working closely with our Librarian to further develop reading as a core skill. This vacancy would suit an experienced teacher that has outstanding leadership and organisational attributes, preferably with some prior leadership experience in your current post

An ideal candidate will have:

• An ability to enthuse and engage different types of learners.
• A commitment to ensuring that all students achieve and in many cases exceed their targets.
• An ability to teach A level
• A proven track record of success in either leading improvements in standards of attainment or leading a Key Stage within the English Department.
• An ability to lead and inspire a team of 8 dedicated and committed staff

Slough and Eton is a great school on the outskirts of Slough, which serves the Chalvey community. We are relentlessly focused on ensuring great teaching, learning and experiences are at the core of what we do. It is an exciting time for us and our students are a pleasure to work with.

If you are interested in finding out more then watch our video here and read the welcome letter from our Headteacher. We encourage you to visit our school too. To arrange a visit please email vacancies@slougheton.com or phone us on 01753 520824 and ask to speak to our HR Manager.

We welcome applications from colleagues who may wish to explore flexible working arrangements. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory references, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and evidence of essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

Please address in your Supporting Statement why you want this role and why at our school. Applications can be sent to Kirstin Sutherland, HR Manager at vacancies@slougheton.com. CVs alone will not be accepted as a valid application.

Closing date: Friday 17th May 2024 (9am)      

Interview Date: We will choose a date taking into account English exams.

  We reserve the right to interview promising candidates prior to this date if applications are received early.