Head of English Faculty
TES FE News
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Sidcup, England
Contract type: Full time
Job Overview
Kemnal Technology College is seeking an inspirational and visionary to lead and shape the future of our English department. This is a fabulous opportunity for an ambitious educator ready for career advancement, or an established and experienced professional.
We are a co-educational secondary school situated on the Bromley/Sidcup borders with close access to the A20. We are renowned for our iconic windows and hold a Grade II Listed Building status.
As Head of English Faculty, you will be responsible for:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Margo Sweeney, Head's PA, [email protected] or 020 8300 7112.
About TKAT
Kemnal Technology College belongs to TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) - one of the UK’s leading and largest Multi-Academy trusts. The Trust is led by a team of educationalists and is a family of 45 primary and secondary academies offering a welcoming and empowering learning environment for students and their staff. Driven by a desire to ensure every child, no matter their background, gets a high-quality education. This is a place of purpose, vision and ambition for both our 22,500 learners and our 3,500 employees.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Kemnal Technology College is seeking an inspirational and visionary to lead and shape the future of our English department. This is a fabulous opportunity for an ambitious educator ready for career advancement, or an established and experienced professional.
We are a co-educational secondary school situated on the Bromley/Sidcup borders with close access to the A20. We are renowned for our iconic windows and hold a Grade II Listed Building status.
As Head of English Faculty, you will be responsible for:
- Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing a clear vision for the English faculty that aligns with the school's overall educational goals.
- Curriculum Development: Overseeing the planning, delivery, and assessment of an engaging and challenging English curriculum in KS3 nad KS4 .
- Team Leadership: Leading, motivating, and supporting a team to foster a collaborative and innovative departmental culture.
- Teaching and Learning: Championing teaching and learning practices within the faculty to ensure high standards and positive outcomes for all students.
- Assessment and Data Analysis: Utilising data to inform teaching and learning strategies and drive continuous improvement.
- Resource Management: Effectively managing the faculty's budget and resources.
- Promoting a Love of Literature: Fostering a genuine passion for reading, writing, and critical thinking amongst our students.
- A highly qualified and experienced English teacher with a proven track record of success.
- An outstanding classroom practitioner with a deep subject knowledge.
- An inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and develop colleagues.
- Passionate about English education and dedicated to fostering a love of literature in young people.
- An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Committed to continuous professional development.
- The opportunity to lead a dynamic and dedicated English faculty.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Ongoing CPD and training programs
- Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
- Access to Trust resources and materials
- Cycle to work scheme
- TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
- Free eye tests
- Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Margo Sweeney, Head's PA, [email protected] or 020 8300 7112.
About TKAT
Kemnal Technology College belongs to TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) - one of the UK’s leading and largest Multi-Academy trusts. The Trust is led by a team of educationalists and is a family of 45 primary and secondary academies offering a welcoming and empowering learning environment for students and their staff. Driven by a desire to ensure every child, no matter their background, gets a high-quality education. This is a place of purpose, vision and ambition for both our 22,500 learners and our 3,500 employees.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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