Head of English
The Derby High School, Lancs, Lancashire, BL9 9NH14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
17 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
3 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- 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
- MPS / UPS + TLR1b - (TLR 1c will be considered for a high level of experience)
Additional allowances
TLR 1b - (TLR 1c will be considered for a high level of experience)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an excellent practitioner and leader for the vacancy of Head of the English Faculty at The Derby High School. They will contribute significantly to the raising of attainment in English and the development of curriculum content and delivery. We are passionate about delivering a high quality and engaging English curriculum and this isa great opportunity to join a dedicated and hardworking department where you will be supported to develop your practice.
The Derby High School is the highest performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester and has sustained this position fora number of years. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum and aspire to be a beacon of practice in the Technologies subjects. This is a great opportunity to lead a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking faculty.
We are an over-subscribed 11-16 co-educational school situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this has been recognised by Ofsted. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
What the school offers its staff
We believe that The Derby High School isa great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with a:
Successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
School that has high expectations of all who work here
School that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
School that works effectively with all stakeholders
School that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
Motivated, hardworking and collaborative senior leadership team
Strong middle leadership team who are highly professional and work well together
Supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
Caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
Collaborative school that works with other schools and organisations to share and develop practice in Teaching & Learning
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative in your approach to teaching and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Derby High School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 951 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Derby High School website
- Email address
- headteacherspa@thederbyhighschool.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0161 764 1819
The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8 (most recent validated Progress 8 measure stands at +0.30). Alongside this student progress in Mathematics is positive and above the national average. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent full inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
Arranging a visit to The Derby High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email headteacherspa@thederbyhighschool.co.uk.
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