Curriculum Leader

Are you an ambitious and inspiring English teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

At Noel-Baker Academy is seeking an exceptional practitioner to join our thriving English department as Assistant Curriculum Leader of English . This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring or established middle leader who is passionate about high-quality English education, literacy development and securing excellent outcomes for every pupil. Working closely with the Curriculum Leader, you will play a key role in shaping curriculum delivery, improving teaching and learning, supporting staff development and driving pupil achievement across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will be instrumental in promoting high standards, developing colleagues through coaching and collaboration, and ensuring all pupils, including disadvantaged learners and those with SEND, fulfil their potential.

We are looking for someone who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in English or a related subject. Has a proven track record of excellent classroom practice and strong pupil outcomes. Demonstrates excellent subject, curriculum and assessment knowledge. Can inspire, support and challenge colleagues through coaching and collaboration. Has high expectations for behaviour, achievement and inclusion. Is passionate about reading, literacy and developing confident communicators. Has the ambition and drive to contribute to the ongoing success of the English department.

Why join Noel-Baker Academy? You will join a supportive and ambitious academy that believes every child deserves an outstanding education. As part of the English leadership team, you will have the opportunity to: Help shape and develop an ambitious English curriculum. Influence teaching, learning and assessment across the department. Support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and professional development. Contribute to literacy initiatives, enrichment opportunities and wider curriculum experiences. Develop your own leadership experience within a collaborative and values-driven environment. Make a lasting difference to the lives and futures of young people.

Noel-Baker Academy is part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust and offers extensive professional development opportunities, a strong culture of collaboration and a commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression.