Head of English

Following the successful promotion of our current head of department we are looking for an experienced, dynamic English teacher to join our team as head of department.  

Cantonian High School is on an exciting journey.  We are a rapidly improving, rapidly growing school with high aspirations and expectations for all.  We aim to be the most improved school in Cardiff providing consistently high-quality learning and teaching experiences to our pupils. We are committed to ensuring all our pupils develop as successful individuals; from our most vulnerable pupils to our more able and talented learners.  We recognise that for pupils to achieve their potential, their learning needs to be personalised to meet their individual needs.  We also recognise that learning is more than academic achievement but should be centred on the development of the whole child; including their personal development.  Ultimately, we strive to be a centre where learning is valued and pupils achieve their potential in a happy and safe community where they show respect and tolerance for others.  

We are looking for an excellent leader who demonstrates consistently high standards of learning and teaching with a relentless focus on challenge and improvement.  The appointed person will have a passion for their subject and for helping pupils achieve their potential and the ability to lead a dynamic team to further success.  

In return, we can offer the right candidate excellent CPD opportunities to facilitate them in this role and to support their future ambitions to senior leadership.

Completed application forms addressing the Person Specification should be emailed to Carol Rees, Headteacher's PA (crees@cardiff.gov.uk) by 12noon on Wednesday 7th February 2018.  

Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 8th February and shortlisted candidates will be contacted that evening.  

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 14th February.