Teacher of English & Whole-School Literacy Lead – Leeds
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Job Summary
A large and well-regarded 1118 secondary school in Leeds is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Teacher of English to also take on a whole-school Literacy Lead responsibility. This is a key appointment within a school that has made strong improvements in recent years and now places literacy at the centre of its academic vision.
Located in a diverse and dynamic area of Leeds the school serves a richly varied community and prides itself on high expectations structured behaviour systems and strong pastoral care. English outcomes are improving year-on-year and the leadership team is committed to building a coherent literacy strategy that supports progress across all subjects.
The Role
This is a dual-role position combining high-quality English teaching with leadership of literacy across the school.
As a classroom practitioner you will:
Teach English across Key Stages 34 with potential for KS5
Deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum focused on powerful texts and academic writing
Use structured routines and retrieval strategies to secure long-term progress
Contribute to GCSE planning and intervention programmes
As Literacy Lead you will:
Develop and implement a whole-school literacy strategy
Support departments in embedding reading vocabulary and disciplinary literacy
Lead CPD on effective literacy practice
Monitor literacy interventions and impact data
Champion reading culture initiatives including tutor-time reading and author visits
The English department operates within a shared planning model ensuring consistency while allowing teachers to bring personality and creativity to delivery. Schemes of learning are clear and well-resourced reducing unnecessary workload.
The School Environment
This Leeds secondary has a reputation for calm corridors purposeful lessons and strong leadership presence. Behaviour expectations are clear and consistently applied meaning classrooms are focused and disruption is minimal.
Recent investment has enhanced facilities including:
A refurbished library and reading hub
Dedicated English classrooms with interactive technology
Structured literacy intervention spaces
Strong SEND and pastoral collaboration
Staff retention is strong and many middle leaders have progressed internally. Professional development is structured meaningful and linked directly to classroom impact.
Who Were Looking For
The successful candidate will:
Hold QTS and a degree in English or a related field
Be an excellent classroom teacher with strong GCSE outcomes
Demonstrate understanding of literacy across the curriculum
Have leadership potential or prior literacy coordination experience
Be organised strategic and committed to whole-school improvement
This role would suit an experienced English teacher ready for wider responsibility or an existing literacy coordinator seeking a new challenge.
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary plus TLR for Literacy Leadership
Strong SLT support and structured improvement planning
Excellent CPD and career progression pathways
Clear behaviour systems that support effective teaching
A genuinely collaborative staff culture
This is a significant opportunity to influence teaching and learning beyond your own classroom in a school that values clarity consistency and ambition.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
- Cordova
- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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