Head of English & Literacy

Head of English & Literacy Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) + SEN Allowance (£2,787) + TLR2a (£3,527) Contract: Full time, permanent Closing date: Friday 15th May, midday. Interviews commencing week beginning 18th May Starting date: September 2026 Acer Academy is a new specialist SEMH and ASD school (opened September 2025) with outstanding facilities and a strong commitment to inclusive, relational education. Acer Academy is currently in a growth phase – where the school’s cohort increases each year during the first three years of opening. As part of the school’s growth, we are seeking a passionate, reflective and resilient head of subject for English to join our team and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing environment where relationships, structure and consistency underpin every aspect of learning. Our teachers deliver a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of our learners, helping them to achieve academically, socially and emotionally. Key responsibilities Lead the development of a high-quality English curriculum, including schemes of learning and resources accessible to non-specialists Drive a whole-school literacy strategy, ensuring consistent approaches to reading and writing across all subjects Oversee the implementation of phonics provision, ensuring targeted support for learners with gaps in early reading Lead on reading development, including reading culture, assessment (e.g. reading ages) and intervention programmes Lead on writing across the curriculum, supporting staff to develop pupils’ written communication in all subjects Develop and embed handwriting approaches to support learners with additional needs Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of learners with SEMH and ASD Create structured, predictable classroom environments where pupils feel safe, respected and ready to learn Implement relation