Senior Leader for English and Whole School Literacy

We are seeking to appoint a successful aspiring or existing Senior Leader for English and Whole School Literacy to join our ambitious Senior Leadership Team at Parkside Community School. They will be a passionate and highly effective leader, who is able to support, motivate and encourage colleagues.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a track record of impact at middle/senior leadership level. The position is a great match for someone who believes that schools have the power to transform lives and must:

• be truly inclusive and focus on the wellbeing and progress of every child to unlock potential
• remove all barriers to social mobility so no doors are closed
• enable students to make the most of their talents, and live life in all its fullness
• enable young people to be aspirational and give them the tools to surpass their personal and academic targets

Role and responsibilities: Senior Leader for English and Whole School Literacy

If you would like to join a small, school, where every person matters, please submit your application by the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to visit the school prior to the closing date.

Please job description for full details. Completed application forms can be submitted to srussell@parkside.derbyshire.sch.uk or via Derbyshire County Council online application portal.

CV’s will not be accepted.

Provisional Interview Date: 10 February 2025

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.