Assistant Head of Faculty and English Lead
Required from: 20th August 2026
MPS/UPS + TLR 2c (not suitable for ECTs)
Permanent
Full-Time
We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic leader who will support the leadership, management and development of the faculty. To take responsibility for leading and co-ordinating the teaching of English within the faculty and for monitoring the quality of provision in this subject. Additionally, carrying out such other associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Headteacher and Head of Faculty.
The successful candidate will have a real passion for their subject and the ability to translate this for the students in their care. You will have the desire to ensure that our core value of ‘being the best you can be’ is fulfilled. You should have energy and enthusiasm and enjoy working supportively with young people as both a subject teacher and a tutor. Teaching is a challenging job and the person appointed will need to be committed, creative, dynamic and willing to work hard to raise aspirations. We will need you to have stamina and a sense of humour. We wish to appoint a teacher who can successfully employ a range of teaching strategies to maximise the potential of our students at Key stage 3, 4 and Post 16 across our school.
The successful applicant will join the Communication Faculty at Countesthorpe Academy which has strong and committed teachers. There will be a range of developmental opportunities to enhance professional skills. The Academy is a welcoming and friendly place to work.
The post would suit an experienced teacher with a proven track-record of leading in English with strong outcomes.
Closing Date
The closing date for completed applications is 12noon, Friday 27th March 2026, with interviews taking place on Wednesday 15th April 2026.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.
Application process
Application forms and further details can be downloaded from Eteach.
Completed application forms should be submitted via ETeach. An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process and the outline of the day.
If you have any queries on any aspect of the application or need additional information, please contact the school or send an email via ETeach, where we will be happy to help you.
Thank you, and we are really looking forward to hearing from you.
Countesthorpe Academy
Winchester Road
Countesthorpe
Leicester
LE8 5PR
Catherine Aitcheson
LiFE Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment will be subject to a DBS check and an online search.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.