Assistant Curriculum Leader English

About the Role We are seeking an ambitious and passionate Assistant Curriculum Leader of English to play a key role in shaping and delivering a high-quality, knowledge-rich English curriculum at The Birley Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent classroom practitioner who is ready to take the next step in subject leadership. Working closely with the Curriculum Leader for English, you will support curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance across the department, while modelling exceptional teaching practice. You will have a direct impact on pupils’ outcomes, colleagues’ professional development, and the ongoing improvement of English provision across the academy. This role is ideal for someone who believes in the transformative power of education, has high expectations for all learners, and is committed to securing strong outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a skilled, reflective and forward-thinking English teacher who can positively influence others and contribute to subject leadership. The successful candidate will: Be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge and a proven track record of securing progress in English Have a clear understanding of curriculum intent, sequencing and assessment in English Language and Literature Be able to support, coach and mentor colleagues, including ECTs and trainee teachers Use assessment and performance data confidently to identify underachievement and support intervention planning Have strong organisational and communication skills and contribute to clear systems within the department Be committed to inclusion, equity and high expectations for all pupils, including SEND, EAL and disadvantaged learners Share and model the Trust’s values of Lead, Empower, Achieve and Drive Why Join Us The Birley Academy is a supportive, values-driven academy recently judged Good by Ofsted, where pupils are proud to belong and staff are valued and developed. By joining us, you will benefit from: Close partnership with an experienced Curriculum Leader and a highly supportive leadership team Opportunities to shape curriculum and assessment within a collaborative English department High-quality professional development and leadership training through L.E.A.D. Academy Trust The chance to lead on a delegated area of the curriculum or wider literacy initiatives A culture that values professional dialogue, reflection and continuous improvement The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ outcomes and future life chances This is a role where your expertise will be valued, your leadership potential nurtured, and your impact clearly felt.