Head of English

Location: Rivermead School

Role: Curriculum Lead - Head of English Full Time MPS/UPS plus SEN Allowance

Hours: 32.5 hours a week

Are you a passionate and experienced English teacher with a commitment to supporting students with special needs? Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and inclusive educational environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Rivermead School is a thriving secondary special needs school dedicated to providing an outstanding and inclusive education to learners with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities. We take time to know our learners and have the highest expectations and aspirations for them.

Our learners are polite and courteous and excellent relationships are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring that all learners, regardless of their unique challenges, have access to a high-quality education that prepares them for a successful future. The Rivermead Inclusive Trust promote Continued Professional Development of all employees and offer exciting prospects for enrichment and promotion for the right candidates.

We are seeking a Head of English to lead and inspire our English department. As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the academic and personal development of our students. You will have the opportunity to design and deliver an engaging English curriculum that caters to the individual needs of our students, fostering their love for literature, writing, and communication. You will be an innovative, reflective practitioner who can teach to GCSE. The successful candidate will be based at Rivermead School and will support colleagues at our two provisions Rivermead Routes for Re-Integration and Midkent College.

Requirements

• A qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• Experience teaching English at a secondary level.

• A deep understanding of the needs of students with special educational requirements.

• Leadership experience, or the demonstrable potential for leadership.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to inclusive education and a passion for supporting students with special needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• The opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of students with special needs.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.

• A chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative educational community.

There is the potential for Trust wide elements and responsibilities within this excting role.

Please contact Neil Massie at Academicis to discuss this role in more detail, or make application though this channel.