Director of Learning: English - Girls’ School - The Guardian : Job Details

Full Time

MPS/UPS (Outer London) plus TLR 1A

Required: January 2025 or sooner

Your new school

Hasmonean Multi-Academy Trust is a centre of academic excellence in North West London. The performance of the two schools in the Trust put them amongst the very top comprehensives in the country. Our students attain consistently high standards in their GCSE and A Level examinations. The vast majority of our students go on to study at University with a number being accepted at Oxbridge and medical school each year. The highest expectations are shared by students, staff and parents.

Your new role

We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational leader to take the helm of our outstanding English department. You will lead a committed team of highly experienced teachers in delivering exceptional learning experiences for students. If you are a respected English Teacher, have leadership and management experience and proven outstanding classroom practice, then we would like to hear from you. You will be highly organised, knowledgeable in using data to support students and have the ability to communicate effectively with clarity and sensitivity to the school community. You will enjoy leading and being part of a team and be flexible and creative in your approach. Applicants must have excellent subject knowledge and will be expected to teach across all key Stages.

The staff at Hasmonean are highly skilled, they keep abreast of developments in the understanding of effective teaching and learning and they are passionate about students and their progress. If you would like to work in an environment which sets the highest standards and are keen to progress in your career, we may be the school for you. 

What we offer

• Top performing comprehensive
• Excellent value added and progress 8 scores
• First class CPD opportunities
• Supportive and committed parents and governors
• Friday afternoons off
• Free period Work from Home once a fortnight
• Strong value system
• Every child is known and valued across both academic and pastoral teams
• Diverse and friendly staff body
• Supportive atmosphere for everyone, both staff and students
• A nursery on site for staff

Please note that in line with our safer recruitment practices we can only consider fully completed application forms and not CVs.

We reserve the right to close these vacancies early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application

The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.