Head of Department

As Head of Department, you will:

• be accountable for student progress and development within
the subject area;
• develop and enhance the curriculum implementation and
pedagogical development of others;
• ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced
and ambitious curriculum for students studying English
• be accountable for leading, managing and developing the
subject/curriculum area;
• effectively manage and deploy teaching, support staff,
financial and physical resources within the Subject area to support the improvement plan.Please note that we do not employ unqualified teachers . Onlyapplications from candidates with QTS status will be considered forany teaching post., Ambition: we instil a lifelong love of learning and nurture skills and talents Inclusion: we welcome and respect people from all backgrounds, valuing and celebrating diversity Aspiration: we want people to be the best that they can be and for everyone to achieve their potential Community: we develop local and global citizens of the future, always committed to working in partnership Belief: we encourage everyone to believe in themselves and their future, providing opportunities to excel. In all things, we expect our staff to work towards achieving the vision for our Trust, embracing our values and showing ethical leadership at all times. Corporate Responsibilities
• To uphold our commitment to safeguarding and to promote the wellbeing of children.
• To actively promote the vision and values of our Trust with all stakeholders, including
trustees, local governors, colleagues, parents, visitors and the local wider community of all our schools.
• To robustly follow all policies, procedures, working practices and regulations, and in
particular to comply with policies relating to Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, Academy Trust Handbook, Financial Procedures, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Data Protection, reporting any concerns to the Chief Executive Officer.
• To contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• To comply with all reasonable management requests., In addition to the responsibilities of a class teacher as set out in the school teachers' pay and
conditions document, the following will be undertaken: 1. Teaching and Learning 1.1 Planning 1.1a planning teaching to achieve progression in students' learning through: i) identifying clear teaching objectives and content, appropriate to the subject matter and the students being taught, and specifying how these will be taught and assessed ii) setting tasks for whole class, individual and group work, including homework, which challenge students and ensure high levels of pupil interest iii) setting appropriate and demanding expectations for students' learning, motivation and presentation of work iv) setting clear targets for students' learning, building on prior attainment, and ensuring that students are aware of the substances and purpose of what they are asked to do v) identifying students who:
• have special educational needs, including specific learning difficulties
• are very able
• are not yet fluent in English
• are disadvantaged
and knowing where to get help in order to give positive and targeted support. 1.1b through intelligent curriculum design, providing clear structures for lessons, and for sequences of lessons in the short, medium and longer term, which maintain pace, motivation and challenge for students 1.1c making effective use of assessment information on students' attainment and progress in teaching and in planning future lessons and sequences of lessons 1.1d planning opportunities to contribute to students' personal, spiritual, moral, social, aesthetic and cultural development and opportunities to promote good citizenship 1.1e where applicable, ensuring coverage of the relevant examination syllabuses and National Curriculum programmes of study. 1.2 Teaching and Class Management 1.2a ensuring effective teaching of whole classes, and of groups and individuals within the whole class setting, so that teaching objectives are met, and best use is made of available teaching time 1.2b monitoring and intervening when teaching to ensure sound learning and discipline 1.2c establishing and maintaining a purposeful working atmosphere 1.2d setting high expectations for students' behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships 1.2e establishing a safe environment which supports learning and in which students feel secure and confident 1.2f using teaching methods, which sustain the momentum of students' work and keep all students engaged 1.2g being familiar with the SEN Code of Practice on the identification and assessment of special educational needs and, as part of the responsibilities under the Code, implementing and keeping records on individual education plans (IEPS) for students at Action Plus and above 1.2h ensuring that students acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding in the subject 1.2i evaluating her/his own teaching critically and uses this to improve effectiveness. 2. Accountability 2.1 assessing how well learning objectives have been achieved and using this assessment to improve specific aspects of teaching 2.2 marking and monitoring students' assigned classwork and homework, providing constructive oral and written feedback, and setting targets for students' progress 2.3 assessing and recording each pupil's progress systematically, including through focused observation, questioning, testing and marking, and use these records to: (i) check that students have understood and completed the work set (ii) monitor strengths and weaknesses and use the information gained as a basis for purposeful intervention in pupil's learning (iii) inform planning (iv) check that students continue to make demonstrable progress in their acquisition of the knowledge, skills and understanding of the subject 2.4 being familiar with the statutory assessment and reporting requirements and preparing and presenting informative reports to parents 2.5 where applicable, understanding the expected demands of students in relation to each relevant level description or end of Key Stage description, and the demands of the syllabuses and course requirements for GCSE and other Key Stage 4 courses; 2.6 where applicable, understanding and knowing how to implement the assessment requirements of current qualifications 2.7 recognising the level at which a pupil is achieving, and assessing students consistently against attainment targets, where applicable, if necessary with guidance from an experienced teacher 2.8 understanding and knowing how national, local comparative and school data, including National Curriculum test data, where applicable, can be used to set clear targets for students' achievement 2.9 using different kinds of assessment appropriately for different purposes, including National Curriculum and other standardised tests, and baseline assessment where relevant. 3. Whole School 3.1 promoting the general progress and well-being of students 3.2 contributing to students' personal, spiritual, moral, social, aesthetic and cultural development and promotes good citizenship 3.3 providing guidance and advice to students on emotional, vocational and social matters 3.4 supervising students in line with school supervision policy maintaining good order and discipline among students and safeguarding their health and safety both in school and when they are engaged in authorised activities elsewhere 3.5 recognising the value of work across the curriculum and working with, and supporting colleagues, attending meetings as requested by the Head 3.6 supervising, and so far as is practicable, teaching students whose teacher is not available to teach them in line with school, local and national agreements 3.7 participating in examination procedures and arrangements for supervision of such examinations 3.8 registering the attendance of students 3.9 recognising the value of extra curricula activities and participating where appropriate 3.10 following and promoting school policies and procedures. 4. Undertake such duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned by the Headteacher operating within the provision of the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions of Employment.

Reddish Vale High School are seeking to appoint a well-qualified,enthusiastic, committed and ambitious Head of Department. Thesuccessful candidate will display a real passion for learning and theteaching of English, with proven experience of leadership andteaching across KS3 and 4.The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team andthis is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, creative leaderwith the drive, passion and commitment to join our hugely talentedteam of staff, working together to encourage and support every,
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to teach English
across key stages.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who is willing to collaborate and contribute to
the development of the school.Visits to the school are welcomed, a tour of the school anddepartment of interest will be provided by the Headteacherwhere possible.We are an ambitious and forward-thinking school that is committedto providing a high-quality education and fostering a positive,inclusive learning environment., We seek to appoint a dedicated and energetic full-time teacher and senior leader, who will make an outstanding contribution to the English department, and the whole staff team.


• An engaging, creative and welcoming The successful candidate will be expected to
environment. take up the appointment in January 2027
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension The position will be based at Reddish Vale
Scheme, with excellent employer High School, Stockport. contributions.
• You will be paid on MPS/UPS + TLR1C
• Free on-site parking. All our schools operate a no-smoking policy on
• On-site canteen facilities. the whole of its sites.
• Staff room with free refreshments.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Health and Counselling
services available.
• Supported by a talented, highly motivated,
committed and professional team of colleagues.
• Active and supportive Governing Bodies
and Senior Leadership Teams.
• CPD opportunities for all staff.
• A great place to work.
  
  At the heart of the Trust's vision is a belief that students deserve the best educational
experience with aspirational curriculum provision and enrichment opportunities. We strive for personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enriched learning environment: opening minds, opening doors to learning opportunities and opening up pathways to successful futures. Our Aims Our aim is to ensure that all schools within the Trust aspire to be strong providers and aim for exemplary practice through creative approaches. Our Future We have an appetite for continuous improvement and development, with an overall ambition of expanding the Trust to develop a local partnership of schools, covering both primary and secondary phases. This will enable us to foster true partnership and collaborative work that both supports and challenges member schools. Ms Kim Earle, CEO Achieve and Learn TrustMESSAGE FROM THE HEADTEACHER Welcome to Reddish Vale High School 'Positively Changing Lives - through personal growth academic excellence 'I am extremely proud, as Headteacher, to welcome you to Reddish Vale High School (RVHS) and to introduceyou to a school that has undergone a remarkable transformation.In 2024, RVHS was placed in Special Measures. Since then, through strong leadership at all levels, a committedstaff team and an unwavering focus on high expectations and ambition for every learner, the school has maderapid and sustained progress. Today, the school is consistently delivering the Expected Standard in Leadership &Governance, Inclusion, Curriculum & Teaching, and Personal Development (Ofsted, 2026). This significantachievement reflects the dedication, resilience and professionalism of our entire school community.Whilst we are rightly proud of the pace and scale of our improvement, we remain firmlyfocused on the future. Our vision, 'Positively Changing Lives through Personal Growthand Academic Excellence', drives everything we do. We are ambitious for every learnerand believe that excellence is achieved through continual reflection, development andimprovement.Our high-quality and dedicated staff provide a positive, disciplined and nurturingenvironment that inspires a passion for learning and enables every learner to thrive.We encourage our young people to achieve their very best personally, academicallyand socially, and this is reflected in the improving levels of attainment, progress andattendance seen across the school.As we continue our journey, we are seeking talented, motivated and ambitiouscolleagues who share our commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for youngpeople by delivering our school values of Respect, Aspiration, Determination andIndependence. Mr Darren Moroney,For the right candidates, this is an opportunity to join a school that has demonstrated Headteacherwhat is possible and is determined to go even further. You will become part of a Reddish Vale High Schoolsupportive, dedicated team with high expectations for both staff and learners, whereevery individual is encouraged to contribute, develop and succeed.This recruitment pack can provide only a brief introduction to our school communityand the values that underpin our work. Thank you for your interest in Reddish ValeHigh School. The learners, staff and I look forward to welcoming you.