Assistant Head of English
Overview
Required to start 1st September 2026, but earlier if possible
Full time, permanent
MPS/UPS plus TLR of £6065
1140 on roll with 116 in the Sixth Form
We are looking for an Assistant Head of English to join our successful and experienced English team
- You will support the Head of English, and be an outstanding practitioner, with a deep working knowledge of assessment.
- You will lead, manage and be responsible for curriculum developments in conjunction with the Head of English.
- You will be ambitious for yourself, for the English department and our students, ensuring all students achieve their full potential.
- You will be an English specialist who can demonstrate a student-centred passion for their subject, achieving excellent outcomes for all, across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 for all students, particularly disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- You will set exceptionally high standards in all you do, holding others to account.
- You will plan and deliver innovative and challenging lessons that will inspire our students to become articulate, curious, imaginative, capable and productive members of our society.
Our English department is well-led by a highly skilled, experienced leader, and we are proud of our innovative team of English teachers, who are dedicated to the achievement of all of our young people.
We can offer you a teaching post in a vibrant 11-18 comprehensive school on the beautiful north Cornwall coast. You will be well-supported, trusted to innovate, and expected to maintain high standards at all times.
At Budehaven we are committed to safeguarding; the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For further information and an application form, please contact
Mrs Clare Brown at the school or download the application forms below
Tel: 01288 353271
mail: clare.brown@budehaven.cornwall.sch.uk
Deadline for applications: 9.00am Monday 23rd March 2026
Visits to the school in advance are encouraged.
Interviews will take place, on Wednesday 25th March 2026
Job Pack Download
Assistant Head of English - Job Pack Download - PDF
Location
Budehaven Community School
Valley Road
Bude
South West
EX23 8DQ
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Application Forms
Teaching Post Application Form .docx - Teaching Post Application Form .pdf