At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and innovate in English, Maths and ESOL education to transform student outcomes.
- Company: Join Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider committed to educational excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy 50 days holiday, competitive salary, and access to health and pension schemes.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a supportive community focused on professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on learners' lives and drive educational excellence.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in curriculum development and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 54571 - 56911 £ per year.
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Department: English, Maths & ESOL
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus
Compensation: £54,571 - £56,911 / year
Description:
Hugh Baird College, Bootle, Liverpool
Full-Time Permanent
50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
£54,571 - £56,911 per annum
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits
Join an Outstanding Team
At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.
Lead Excellence. Drive Innovation. Transform Outcomes.
Are you an exceptional educational leader with the vision, experience and ambition to shape the future of English, Maths and ESOL education? We are seeking a Director of English, Maths & ESOL to provide strategic leadership across one of the College's most influential curriculum areas. This is a unique opportunity to drive educational excellence, lead high-performing teams and ensure outstanding outcomes for learners of all ages.
Reporting to the Vice Principal Academic Skills & Quality, you will play a pivotal role in shaping curriculum development, embedding innovation and delivering a high-quality learning experience that enables students to achieve their full potential. Whether you are already operating at director level or are an experienced senior curriculum leader looking for your next challenge, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to make a lasting impact across the College.
About the Role:
As Director of English, Maths & ESOL, you will provide leadership across the College's English, Maths and ESOL provision, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, assessment and student achievement. You will:
- Lead curriculum development and innovation across English, Maths and ESOL.
- Drive improvements in attendance, achievement, high grades, progression and overall student success.
- Lead and develop a team of Heads of Department and curriculum staff, creating a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
- Champion quality assurance and quality improvement strategies that deliver measurable impact.
- Use performance intelligence and data to inform decision-making and drive sustained improvement.
- Build partnerships and develop innovative approaches that enhance teaching, learning and student outcomes.
About You:
You will be an experienced and credible educational leader with a proven track record of delivering excellence. You will bring:
- Significant experience of curriculum leadership and development.
- A strong history of leading teams to achieve outstanding performance and student outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge of quality assurance, quality improvement and curriculum innovation.
- Experience of successfully managing change and driving improvement across a large curriculum area.
- Outstanding leadership, communication and people management skills.
- A passion for transforming lives through education and creating opportunities for all learners to succeed.
Please refer to the person specification for further details.
Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College:
Why Join Hugh Baird College? When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits
- 50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Generous holiday allowance
- Flexible Working
- Medicash
- Pension Scheme
- Professional Development
- Industrial Commercial Updates
- Reward and Recognition
- Lifestyle Fitness Gym
- Health and Wellbeing
- Travel
- Retail Discounts
- Blue Light Card
Director of English, Maths and ESOL employer: Hugh Baird
Hugh Baird College is an outstanding educational institution that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, offering a generous holiday allowance of 50 days plus bank holidays, access to excellent pension schemes, and a supportive work culture. As a member of our team, you will benefit from flexible working options, comprehensive health plans through Medicash, and numerous opportunities for continuous professional development, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of learners in Bootle, Liverpool.
