Curriculum Lead for English - Fordham

Curriculum Lead for English Reports to: Head of School Salary: £32,916 to £45,352 dependent on experience + TLR Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Fordham, Cambridgeshire Responsibilities The responsibilities outlined in this job description may be modified by the Director or Head of School, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title. Strategic leadership and direction Develop and implement policies for English and literacy in line with the school’s commitment to high-quality teaching and learning Promote the subject, its importance, and its value across the school Maintain a clear understanding of how effectively the subject is delivered and its impact on pupil achievement Use this understanding to contribute to the school development plan and produce a subject action plan Promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical and mental development alongside British values Consult pupils, parents/carers and staff on the effectiveness of the subject and evaluate this against the school’s vision and values Work with the SENCO and DSL to ensure the curriculum meets the needs of all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND Promote careers education through the subject area Deploy staff effectively, ensuring teaching assistants are used appropriately Liaise with feeder primary schools to support transition and curriculum progression Work with leaders across In Toto Ed on subject-related initiatives, events and projects Curriculum leadership and development Develop and regularly review the vision, aims and purpose for English and literacy Oversee curriculum planning to ensure clear sequencing and progression Ensure the curriculum is implemented consistently and effectively across the school Establish and maintain effective assessment systems to monitor pupil progress Take overall responsibility for standards and achievement in English and literacy Leading and managin