Head of RPE

We are seeking to appoint a committed, dedicated and motivated Head of RPE with excellent subject knowledge, who can combine academic knowledge and achievement with a passion for the subject to boost learning outcomes.

Job overview: You’ll inspire students to achieve their full potential in RPE, using a passion for language to deliver high quality and engaging, interactive lessons that boost both written and spoken capabilities of students. A focus on learning and assessment and wider curriculum requirements is key, as well as the ability to utilise your knowledge to positively impact progress within the subject.

Required Experience:

• The ability to teach RPE to GCSE and, potentially, A-Level
• Evidence of reflective practice and a willingness to learn and develop
• Some leadership experience, though this may not be in a formal role
• A secure ability in IT, and the ability to learn new skills as part of our blended learning approach

Required Values:

• A genuine enjoyment of the subject and teaching young people
• A commitment to a pastoral role as a form tutor
• A willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities
• Scholarship – demonstrating a love of learning, and showing evidence of using research / wider reading to further knowledge and skills as a teacher
• Service – a commitment to improving opportunities for, and bettering the lives of others in, our community
• Humility – understanding that none of us is perfect, and that by thinking of others, we can improve ourselves and our sense of worth and belonging

Why Join Us?

At Colyton Grammar School, you’ll be a valuable member of a committed team with access to chances for professional growth and the opportunity to play a significant role in learners’ academic advancements.

Benefits of Working With Us:

• Streamlined Processes: We’ve removed written reports and formal observations, so you can focus on teaching.
• Balanced Work‑Life Schedule: After‑school meetings and parents' evenings are only held on Thursdays, and there are no heavy marking expectations, checking of lesson plans, or book scrutinies. We trust our staff to deliver the best for our students.
• Collaborative Planning Made Easy: Teams and OneNote make collaborative planning much easier, ensuring that you’re never working alone. Your timetable includes planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time, which is protected and can be spent at home.
• Extra Time for Curriculum Planning: Departments are supported with additional cover for curriculum planning time when needed.
• Flexibility: Staff are free to leave the site when not teaching, and we cover staff for personal or medical appointments, so you don’t have to worry about scheduling conflicts.
• Exam Board Marking During School Hours: Exam board marking can be completed during the school day where gained time allows, and any gained time can be spent at home.
• Professional Development: We offer 2 INSET days at the start of the academic year and 2 at the end of an extended October half‑term, during which you’ll have the opportunity to visit other schools, gain new ideas, and establish partnerships.
• CPD Pathways: Rather than data‑driven performance management targets, we allow staff to choose a CPD Pathway that best suits their personal development goals, including participation in NPQs.

Thank you for your interest in working with us!

Safeguarding Statement: Colyton Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.