Subject Lead (English) Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Value from added SEN allowance and TLR2a, appealing for experienced teachers with a solid track record.
- SEN and TLR2a allowances add financial incentive
- Opportunity to lead English education across key stages
- Focus on enhancing student outcomes and engagement
Pros
- SEN allowance and TLR2a offer additional compensation
- Chance to lead and shape English teaching across multiple key stages
- Focus on personalizing learning for diverse student needs
Cons
- Role may require extensive experience with complex needs, potentially limiting candidate pool
- Full-time commitment may affect work-life balance
- Expectations for outstanding classroom practice may add pressure
Who it's for
Experienced • In-person
Good fit
- Experienced educators with a background in English
- Teachers keen on leadership roles
- Those with expertise in working with diverse learning needs
Not recommended for
- Newer teachers without relevant experience
- Candidates seeking flexible or part-time work
- Educators not interested in leading initiatives
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and inspiring English Lead to join our Newcastle School. Our successful candidate will have a recognised, relevant DfE teaching qualification and a secure knowledge and understanding of the English curriculum across all key stages.
With the ability to design and teach effective lessons and plan inspiring learning activities across the curriculum, age and ability ranges, you will help our learners achieve exceptional results.
The pay scale is dependent on relevant teaching experience and will be discussed during interview
This position also attracts an SEN Allowance and a TLR2a allowance and is full time in accordance with Teachers' Pay and Conditions.
Criteria
A DfE recognised and relevant teaching qualification.
A secure knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
Ability to teach English to Key stage 3 - 5
Able to design and teach effective lessons and learning activities across the school curriculum, age and ability ranges including personalising learning to meet individual needs.
Evidence of excellent classroom practice
Experience of working with students with complex needs including ASD and learning difficulties.
A good, up to date working knowledge and understanding of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies.
Evidence of appropriate, relevant and on-going professional development and training.
Good written communication skills.
Benefits
SEN Allowance and a TLR2a
