Lead Practitioner – English

Lead Practitioner - English Brent ASAP Start MPS/UPS We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and inspiring English teacher to join the English department as our Lead Practitioner in English. The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional lessons and actively contribute to enhancing the overall teaching standards within the department. This is regarded as a leadership position within the team. We would welcome applications from teachers with QTS, QTLS and at least four years teaching experience. Our school is a co-educational secondary academy based in Brent, for students aged 11 - 18. It has an established reputation for a strong focus on academic excellence. Over the last five years we have been the highest-achieving non-denominational school in Brent. Our mission is clear and simple: to provide a structured, disciplined working environment where every student receives high-quality teaching and achieves their full potential. As a learning community with a strong work ethic, we place particular emphasis on excellence in English, Mathematics, and the Sciences. Within English, we aim to foster a love of language, literature, and effective communication, ensuring students develop the critical skills needed to thrive academically and beyond. Requirements Qualifications and Training: Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree. Demonstrate outstanding teaching practice and excellent behaviour management. Have experience of lesson observations and giving robust feedback. Ability to use data to track student achievement and to identify interventions needed. Experience: Ability to teach English Literature and Language from Ks3-Ks4. Ability to mark assessments effectively and provide meaningful feedback. Experience working with students with SEND. Ability to work effectively with Teaching Assistants. Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload. Professionalism: A reliable and dependable colleague. Smart presentation. Good timekeeping. A positive role model for students. Quality of relationships: Ability to lead and work collaboratively with members of a large team. Outstanding teacher pupil relationships. Ability to develop other colleagues’ teaching practice. Ability to display fairness and respect towards pupils and colleagues. Outstanding classroom management. Safeguarding: A commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people. Curriculum: A natural enthusiasm for their subject and their contribution to a broad and balanced education. Ability to deliver lessons, which provide access, engagement and challenge for all students. Professional commitment to pupil progress engaging and motivating students outside of the classroom. Professional commitment to pupil progress and securing the best outcomes for all students. If you are the Lead Practitioner of English we have been looking for, then apply today. Shortlisted Teachers will be contacted within 24 hours. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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