Easington Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and we are seeking to appoint a highly qualified, motivated and ambitious leader with the highest personal and academic standards to lead our English Department, someone who is an outstanding practitioner, with high expectations and a record of achieving the best outcomes from their students. We are looking for a leader with drive, energy, a genuine love for teaching and learning and a passion for English, someone who has the vision and determination to lead the English Department to ensure all our students receive excellence every day.
At Easington Academy, students consistently achieve good GCSE results year-on-year and we are on a steady path of positive progress. In 2019 we were rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted and we are now on a journey of excellence. Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and one who respects others and contributes positively to society.
Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day.
We are committed to:
- A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students.
- A positive and caring ethos.
- An excellent learning environment and resources.
- A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
The successful candidate will:
- lead the strategic direction and development of the department
- drive forward the quality of teaching and learning in the department
- lead and manage staff
- effectively deploy resources
- work alongside a dedicated English Research Lead to share interventions that impact on pupil outcomes
- performance Management responsibilities.
Deadline: Noon on Friday 1st April 2022
Shortlisting will take place Friday 1st April with interviews taking place w/c 4th April 2022.
How to apply:
Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to [email protected] or by post to Tracey Hann, Support Services Manager, Easington Academy, Stockton Road, Easington, Peterlee, SR8 3AY. Please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.