Assistant Headteacher (with English Specialism)

As Assistant Headteacher with a focus on English, you will work closely with the Headteacher and other senior leaders to develop and implement strategies that improve student outcomes, support teacher development, and promote the delivery of an engaging and inspiring English curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the English curriculum, ensuring it meets the needs of all students.

Monitor and evaluate student progress, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted support.

Work collaboratively with other senior leaders to drive school-wide improvements and initiatives.

Foster a culture of high expectations, achievement, and continuous professional development within the department.

Promote reading, literacy, and a love for English both within and outside the classroom.

Ensure the department’s resources and teaching practices are innovative, effective, and responsive to the changing needs of students.

The Ideal Candidate:

A qualified teacher with extensive experience in teaching English at Key Stage 3 and 4.

Proven leadership experience, ideally in a middle or senior leadership role within a school.

A deep understanding of the English curriculum and a commitment to delivering high standards of education.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

A passion for improving student outcomes and raising standards across the school.

The ability to inspire and motivate staff and students alike

At The Westleigh School, we place the utmost importance on the wellbeing and professional development of our staff. We believe that happy, supported educators are the key to unlocking the potential in our students. That’s why we prioritise a healthy work-life balance, continuous professional growth, and a collaborative, nurturing environment. We are proud to be a school that has enabled more staff than ever before to complete National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), and we remain fully committed to supporting ongoing development at every stage of a teacher’s career. Whether you're an early career teacher or an aspiring leader, we invest in your journey because we know that developing great teachers leads to great outcomes.

We are a school driven by excellence and innovation. As a fully digital school, every staff member and student is equipped with an iPad, allowing for creative, high-impact teaching strategies and interactive learning experiences. Our strong pastoral system, built around a thriving college model, fosters healthy competition, a deep sense of belonging, and a shared determination to be the best in all areas of school life. At The Westleigh School, we don’t just aspire to excellence—we create the conditions for it, empowering our staff and students to achieve their full potential together. All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for