Lead Practitioner Of English

4746888
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Lewisham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Secondary Teaching
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Lead Practitioner Pay Scale

Are you looking for a Lead Practitioner of English role? An exciting opportunity is available in South London.

Lead Practitioner of English
· Salary: Lead Practitioner Pay Scale
· Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
· Start Date: January 2026
· Location: South East London

Are you looking for a Lead Practitioner Of English role? An exciting opportunity is available at a vibrant, diverse 11–18 secondary school in South East London!

Your new school
This innovative and fully inclusive school is rated “Good” by Ofsted and is committed to high expectations and aspirations for all students. Staff and students benefit from impressive facilities, a strong sense of community, and a relentless focus on achievement and well-being.

Your new role
We are seeking an exceptional English specialist to join our team as Lead Practitioner. In this pivotal role, you will:
  • Demonstrate exemplary classroom practice and actively share effective teaching strategies with colleagues.
  • Support the professional growth of teachers through coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback.
  • Play a key role in shaping curriculum and assessment design within the department.
  • Provide expert advice on subject pedagogy, drawing on the latest educational research.
  • Lead and contribute to impactful CPD (Continuing Professional Development) sessions for the English team.
  • Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can thrive.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, parents, and stakeholders to support student progress.

What you’ll get in return
By working alongside Hays, you will have contact with your own personal recruitment consultant who has access to a wide range of opportunities within the education sector in your area. Our partnership schools recruit directly with Hays and so you will have access to many permanent roles before they are even advertised.

As well as this, if you know of other education professionals looking for supply, long term or permanent roles, you can receive £250 worth of high street vouchers every time you recommend a friend to us using our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme. Terms & conditions apply.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career now.

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