Job Description

Head of English
To start January 2019

Culture, Character, Commitment, Currency

Colchester Academy is a thriving secondary school, looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and driven Head of English to join its dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to help continue to raise standards across the school and to drive the English faculty further on its already successful journey. The post is suitable for both excellent teachers looking to secure their first middle leadership role and experienced middle leaders seeking a new challenge and future opportunities.

Colchester Academy is a secondary school located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, boasting one of the highest progress scores in the area, from the 2017 summer outcomes and recently graded 'GOOD' by OFSTED (2018). The inspection report highlighted that:

Relationships between pupils and teachers are strong and help pupils to learn well.
Pupils are polite and courteous. Most pupils take pride in their work and wear their uniform with pride.
The behaviour of pupils is good and pupils feel safe at this school

We are looking to appoint someone intent upon driving up standards, delivering excellent teaching and inspiring the same in others, and helping lead the school towards 'outstanding'.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within Colchester Academy, a school committed to excellence in everything we do

This role provides excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement. Colchester Academy is committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, and the culture is one of equality and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.

For further information, job description and to apply please visit https://colchesteracademy.org.uk/our-school/work-for-us/.

To apply for this position an application form must be completed in full.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the Academy, please contact Michelle Robinson, 01206 878878.

Closing date: Wednesday 17th October 2018 midday

Interview date: Tuesday 30th October 2018

Salary: Leadership scale 1-5; leadership scale 6-10 available for experienced and exceptional candidates

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Colchester Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Information about the School

Colchester Academy is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school situated in Colchester, Essex. Colchester Academy first opened in September 2010 and boasts a state of the art building with modern design and a wealth of technology. We are part of a small local Academy Chain, Penrose Learning Trust. Our core purpose is "To be the change for those who need it most", with our mission being "Striving for excellence; ensuring equity". This translates into the values of "Resilience; Excellence; Respect", these we live - everyday. We challenge students academically as well as providing a range of opportunities for them to receive a well-rounded learning experience.