Teacher - English Lead (Whittington Moor)

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Location: Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQ

Salary: Up to £48,000.00 per annum dependant on experience (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic English Subject Lead to drive excellence across our English curriculum and play a pivotal role in shaping teaching and learning within the school. Working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, and wider leadership team, you will champion high standards, innovative practice, and outstanding outcomes for students.

In this key role, you will lead curriculum development, mentor and support colleagues, and model exemplary teaching, helping to create a learning environment where students are engaged, challenged, and inspired by English.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and delivery of the English curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning
• Model outstanding teaching and support staff through coaching, demonstration lessons, and guidance
• Mentor and develop new staff, including NQTs and colleagues taking on new responsibilities
• Assist teachers with planning, assessment, target-setting, and effective use of data
• Conduct classroom observations and contribute to performance management processes
• Stay up-to-date with best practice in English education and share expertise across the department
• Oversee departmental operations, including weekly meetings, reviews, and documentation

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree
• Experienced: Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs
• Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
• Leadership experience, ideally as a subject lead or in curriculum development
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Committed to raising standards, inspiring pupils, and supporting colleagues

Application Guidance

As part of your application, please include a supporting statement addressing the following:

• About you – Tell us a little about yourself and explain why you are interested in this position.
• Suitability – Referring to the job description, explain why you consider yourself suitable for the post.
• Skills & experience – Include relevant skills, experience, and how you would contribute to the role if appointed.

About Bluebank School

Bluebank School is a brand-new Acorn Education school in Chesterfield, supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs. We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil feels valued and supported. Small classes and personalised programmes help pupils develop academic, social, and life skills. Our inclusive approach empowers young people to grow in confidence, resilience, and independence.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.