Curriculum Leader - English
George Mitchell School, London, E10 5DN18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
31 March 2025 at 9am
Date listed
10 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to UPS 3
Additional allowances
TLR 1b
What skills and experience we're looking for
Thank you for your interest in working at George Mitchell School. I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about our unique school and to highlight the significance of this important appointment. You are applying to join a staff team that are committed to providing the best opportunities for all students. The school is extremely ambitious and continually improving in all aspects. Therefore, I am looking for exceptional people with energy and drive to join us in this work. You will notice our school ethos and PRIDE values, which embodies the standard of the school we aspire to be.
The school is looking to appoint a Curriculum leader for English to lead and continue to develop this vital subject in the school. We look forward to the successful candidate working with colleagues in the department and the senior team to further strengthen the curriculum and its implementation.
Students in the school enjoy interactive learning activities and welcome the chance to engage with subject specialists to deepen their understanding. On the whole, students are confident writers and readers and are clear about its importance for their future career choices. Students are taught in Mixed Prior Attainment tutor groups in Key Stage Three and in Years 10 and 11. Key stage 3 students also have a discrete reading lesson.
What the school offers its staff
Why work within this English department?
The department is well resourced and fully staffed by a team of five highly committed, supportive, and experienced English specialists. They are dedicated to the growth and success of our students, and have worked hard over the past few years to develop robust Schemes of Learning and curriculum plans for both KS3 and 4. This work has led to increasing student confidence and attainment. One team member has responsibility for KS3 English and literacy. At Key Stage 4 the curriculum and course are designed to prepare pupils for AQA English GCSEs.
Why work in Waltham Forest?
Waltham forest is a diverse East London borough with excellent commuting links, served by the London Overground, Central, Victoria and Greater Anglia lines. School staff employed by the London Borough of Waltham Forest are eligible for a number of benefits, to include:
- Workplace Options - Employee Assistance provider
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Eye Tests
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About George Mitchell School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 16
- Education phase
- Through
- School size
- 1003 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- George Mitchell School website
- Email address
- helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 02085396198
Arranging a visit to George Mitchell School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk.
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