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Job Reference #
EDV/2026/KJAR/90763
Location
Garden Walk, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 7JH
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
Annually (FTE)L5 - L9
Closing Date
Midnight, Sun 3rd May, 2026
Start Date
September 2026
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1
Interview Date(s)
TBC
Interview Date(s) TBC

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Lead Practitioner - English

King James Academy, Royston
Diamond Learning Partnership Trust

King James Academy is seeking to appoint an exceptional Lead Practitioner of English to provide outstanding pedagogical leadership and help drive consistently high-quality teaching and learning across the department and wider academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an expert English practitioner who is passionate about improving classroom practice, developing colleagues, and securing excellent outcomes for all pupils.

The Role

The Lead Practitioner (English) will:
Model consistently exceptional classroom practice, serving as a role model for colleagues.
Lead high-impact, research-informed professional development in English.
Coach, mentor and support teachers at all career stages to refine and improve practice.
Work collaboratively with the Head of Department and Senior Leaders to strengthen curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
Secure measurable improvements in teaching quality, consistency, and pupil outcomes.
Play a key role in wider academy CPD and cross-phase transition, including KS2-KS3.

This is not a middle leadership or line-management post, but a senior pedagogical role with significant influence over teaching and learning.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Be an outstanding teacher of English with a proven track record of impact.
Demonstrate deep subject knowledge and expert understanding of how pupils learn.
Have credibility and influence with colleagues through excellence in practice.
Be skilled in coaching, modelling, and supporting others to improve.
Be committed to evidence-informed practice and continuous professional learning.
Share our high expectations, values, and commitment to inclusion and equity.

What We Offer

A reduced teaching timetable to enable genuine pedagogical leadership.
The opportunity to shape teaching and learning at department and academy level.
A strong culture of professional development and collaboration.
Supportive leadership within a growing Trust committed to staff development.

Early Application Encouraged

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we appoint a suitable candidate. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Related Documents

Lead Practitioner English KJAR.pdf

Contact Details

Tracey Sell
01763242236
t.sell@kjar.org.uk

King James Academy Royston

Open Data obtained from: Department for Education

Garden Walk, Royston
Hertfordshire
SG8 7JH

01763242236
admin@kjar.org.uk

Location details: Royston, Hertfordshire

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King James Academy is seeking to appoint an exceptional Lead Practitioner of English to provide outstanding pedagogical leadership and help drive consistently high-quality teaching and learning across the department and wider academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an expert English practitioner who is passionate about improving classroom practice, developing colleagues, and securing excellent outcomes for all pupils. About the Role The Lead Practitioner (English) will:

Model consistently exceptional classroom practice, serving as a role model for colleagues.
Lead high-impact, research-informed professional development in English.
Coach, mentor and support teachers at all career stages to refine and improve practice.
Work collaboratively with the Head of Department and Senior Leaders to strengthen curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
Secure measurable improvements in teaching quality, consistency, and pupil outcomes.
Play a key role in wider academy CPD and cross-phase transition, including KS2-KS3.
Be an outstanding teacher of English with a proven track record of impact.
Demonstrate deep subject knowledge and expert understanding of how pupils learn.
Have credibility and influence with colleagues through excellence in practice.
Be skilled in coaching, modelling, and supporting others to improve.
Be committed to evidence-informed practice and continuous professional learning.
Share our high expectations, values, and commitment to inclusion and equity.

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