Lead Practitioner - English

Job Description

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Lead Practitioner – English (Permanent, Full-Time)

Start Date: September 2026Salary: Lead Practitioner L1 – L6 (£52,026 – £58,857 FTE)Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeClosing Date: 4th May 2026 (12:00pm)Interview Date: To be confirmedPositions Available: 1

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a successful all-through school seeking an experienced and highly effective Lead Practitioner for English to join their team from September 2026.

This is a key strategic role focused on shaping and strengthening high-quality teaching across the English department and the wider school. The successful candidate will model exemplary classroom practice, support colleagues through coaching and professional development, and help drive consistently strong outcomes for all pupils.

Applications are welcomed from existing Lead Practitioners, as well as experienced practitioners who are ready to progress into a lead practitioner role, with appropriate support available.

The Role: Lead Practitioner – English

As Lead Practitioner for English, you will work closely with teachers, middle leaders, and senior leaders to develop ambitious, inclusive, and research-informed teaching practice.

You will play a central role in improving the quality of teaching and learning, embedding effective pedagogy, and supporting staff to grow in confidence and impact, ensuring excellent outcomes for students across all phases.

What You Will Do

• Model consistently high-quality teaching practice across English and the wider school
• Develop and share high-quality teaching resources and materials
• Lead coaching, mentoring, and professional development activities for teaching staff
• Support lesson observations, feedback, and reflective practice
• Use assessment and performance data to identify targeted support for pupils and staff
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation activities, including learning walks and work scrutiny
• Research and promote best practice in teaching and learning
• Support colleagues to embed new strategies and approaches effectively
• Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities and staff development

Professional Conduct and Responsibilities

• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity
• Maintain public trust in the teaching profession
• Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels
• Promote inclusive, ethical, and student-centred practice
• Contribute positively to the wider culture and strategic direction of the school

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Extensive experience delivering high-quality English teaching
• Proven ability to model outstanding classroom practice
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and interpersonal skills
• Confidence using educational research to inform practice
• Experience supporting colleagues’ professional development
• A commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for all learners
• Willingness to work collaboratively across departments and roles

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping teaching and learning
• Senior, non-uniform leadership responsibility without full SLT demands
• Strong focus on professional growth and evidence-informed practice
• Opportunity to influence both departmental and whole-school improvement
• Support for progression into or within Lead Practitioner accreditation

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive senior-leadership benefits package, including:

• Access to professional development and leadership training
• A supportive and collaborative leadership culture
• Employee benefits and wellbeing support
• Membership of a generous pension scheme
• Opportunities to make a significant, school-wide impact

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.