Job Description

Faculty Director of English

Bexleyheath Academy

Woolwich Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA

United Kingdom

Salary:

L7 - L11 (Outer London Weighting) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours:

Full Time

Contract type:

Permanent

Start date:

As soon as possible

Lead with Language. Inspire with Literature. Shape the Future.

Bexleyheath Academy is seeking an exceptional and inspiring Faculty Director of English to lead, innovate, and shape the future of our English faculty. With a required specialism in English and QTS, this is your opportunity to take the next bold step in your leadership journey.


At Bexleyheath Academy, we are committed to academic excellence, student well-being, and the professional growth of our staff. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and collaborative culture, and we're looking for a visionary leader to drive continued progress across English Language and Literature.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Teaching & Learning Excellence - Develop and implement outstanding teaching and learning strategies to raise standards and accelerate student progress in English. Curriculum Leadership - Monitor and evaluate curriculum delivery to ensure it is engaging, inclusive, and aligned with national standards. Leadership & Development - Lead a dedicated team of English teachers, providing effective line management, mentoring, and ongoing professional development. Culture of Excellence - Promote a strong culture of high expectations, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the faculty.

A

bout Bexleyheath

Academy

Bexleyheath Academy is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. Our school serves a diverse student population, and we are proud of the relationships we build with our families and wider community.


The academy is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team.


We're proud to say that Bexleyheath Academy is on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation. You'll be joining a school with strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the very best for every student.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.


We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Career development and training

: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Our partnership with

One World

powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including

Ambition Institute's

Early Career and

NPQ

offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.

Generous benefits

: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle perks

: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible. This is a full time, permanent position.

Closing date: 13 June 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.


Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.


Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.


We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.


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