English Lead

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Job Title:

Teacher - English Lead

Location:

Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQ

Hours:

37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.00pm Salary:
Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only Start:
October 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role We are looking for a dynamic English Subject Lead to drive excellence across our English curriculum and play a pivotal role in shaping teaching and learning within the school. Working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, and wider leadership team, you will champion high standards, innovative practice, and outstanding outcomes for students.

In this key role, you will lead curriculum development, mentor and support colleagues, and model exemplary teaching, helping to create a learning environment where students are engaged, challenged, and inspired by English. What You’ll Do Lead the development and delivery of the English curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning Model outstanding teaching and support staff through coaching, demonstration lessons, and guidance Mentor and develop new staff, including NQTs and colleagues taking on new responsibilities Assist teachers with planning, assessment, target-setting, and effective use of data Conduct classroom observations and contribute to performance management processes Stay up-to-date with best practice in English education and share expertise across the department Oversee departmental operations, including weekly meetings, reviews, and documentation About You We’re looking for someone who is:
Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree Experienced:
Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs Compassionate & Resilient:
Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges Leadership experience, ideally as a subject lead or in curriculum development Excellent communication and collaboration skills Committed to raising standards, inspiring pupils, and supporting colleagues Full UK Driving Licence About Bluebank School Bluebank School is an Acorn Education school in Chesterfield, providing specialist education for students aged 11 to 16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and other complex learning needs.

We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential. With small class sizes, personalised learning programmes and a highly supportive approach, we help students develop the academic, social and life skills they need to succeed. Our tailored curriculum combines National Curriculum learning with a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, resilience, communication and independence.

At Bluebank School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We celebrate individuality, build confidence and empower students to overcome challenges, recognise their strengths and achieve meaningful success. Guided by our ethos that everybody is somebody , we work together to ensure every young person feels respected, included and ready for their future. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer.

We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG…