Head of KS3 English (Literacy & Reading) at The Eastwood Academy

  13 Days Remaining


13 Days Remaining
  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/EA/63377
  Location
Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 5UU
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,916.00 Annually (FTE)
TLR 2.10
  Closing Date
4:00pm, Mon 13th Apr, 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Week commencing: 20th April 2026
   Interview Date(s)           Week commencing: 20th April 2026
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About this Role

Why choose Eastwood Academy?

  • Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ – A school with a proven track record of exceptional progress and achievement
  • High-performing School – Collaborative team with consistently excellent GCSE results
  • Supportive Leadership – A culture that prioritises professional development, innovation, and wellbeing
  • Inclusive and Aspirational – Built on mutual respect, high expectations, and continuous improvement
  • Exceptional Facilities – Including access to our on-site gym and swimming pool


 What we offer

  • Comprehensive CPD programme, coaching, and leadership development pathways both internally and externally
  • Wellbeing-focused initiatives and workload support
  • Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and lead change
  • A vibrant school community that celebrates diversity and teamwork
  • The backing of a progressive multi-academy trust
  • Reduced marking, centered around whole-class feedback and 3 key assessment points in the year
  • A bounty of resources, lessons and bespoke workbooks to support workload


·      Proud to be member of Tenacitas Trust family

Eastwood Academy is part of Tenacitas Trust, a values-driven multi-academy trust committed to delivering high-quality education and nurturing environments where every individual can grow, achieve, and contribute meaningfully.

Our Trust values:

  • Nurture Potential – Every learner and educator has unique strengths worth cultivating
  • Empower Success – We provide the tools and opportunities to help individuals thrive
  • Unite Communities – We foster collaboration and shared purpose across our schools
  • Champion Tenacity – We celebrate resilience and the pursuit of excellence

 

About you

We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Is passionate and enthusiastic teacher with a genuine love of English and reading to lead KS3 English  and committed to helping every pupil succeed
  • Lead and develop an engaging, ambitious KS3 English curriculum.
  • Inspire a love of reading in pupils of all abilities.
  • Support pupils to develop the literacy and vocabulary needed to succeed across all subjects.
  • Lead whole-school approaches to literacy 
  • Encourage reading for pleasure as well as academic success.


Compassion – Demonstrates care and empathy for every learner

Courage – Embraces challenges and explores new approaches

Inclusivity – Creates a classroom where every pupil feels seen, heard, and valued

Integrity – Acts with honesty, fairness, and professionalism

Resilience – Remains positive and persistent in the face of obstacles

Respect – Fosters a culture of mutual respect and high standards

 



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