Curriculum Leader in English
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 4RX8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
6 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-UPS
Additional allowances
TLR 1b
What skills and experience we're looking for
At St. Cuthbert’s RC High School we pride ourselves on our rich diversity and inclusive environment. Our school serves a vibrant community, where students from various cultural, social, and linguistic backgrounds come together to thrive. We are committed to providing an inspiring and equitable education for all our students, preparing them for success in a diverse, global society. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.
St Cuthbert’s are currently seeking a Curriculum Leader of English who believes in the power of language to transform lives, ignite imaginations, and open doors to new opportunities. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader who can inspire both staff and students to achieve excellence in all aspects of English education.
The individual appointed to this role will understand that their responsibilities are not only to promote academic excellence but also to cultivate a culture of creativity and inclusivity, alongside a lifelong love for learning. They are about developing young people who not only master English but also feel empowered to express their voice, think critically, and understand the world from multiple perspectives.
We want someone who can take our already high-performing English department and elevate it to new heights.
Our Mission
Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.
Our Values
One of Hope:
Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.
One of Courage:
As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.
One of Innovation:
St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.
Purpose of the role:
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. All classroom teachers will contribute to the curriculum and year teams in supporting the school’s mission statement and achieving its aims. As a professional within a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.
We are seeking an individual who:
- Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
- Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
- Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team-player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
- Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
- Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.
Prospective candidates are warmly welcomed to visit the school. Please contact the Deputy Headteacher egallagher@stcuthberts.stoccat.org.uk to make an appointment.
The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.
Shortlisting date: TBC
Interview date: TBC
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
- Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
- A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
- Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
- A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
- A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
- A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
- Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1096 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
St Cuthbert’s is a comprehensive High School situated in Rochdale, welcoming students aged 11 -16 from a wide variety of partner primary feeder schools. We are part of the St Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Academy Trust.
St Cuthbert's is a vibrant, diverse and innovative school. Our faith is our inspiration and we aspire for all members of our community to 'Be the best that we can be in everything that we do'.
Arranging a visit to St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@stoccat.org.uk.
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