We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational and passionate specialist to lead our outstanding English department.  This is a tremendous opportunity to lead a high performing team of specialist teachers who consistently achieve outstanding outcomes for our students. We are justifiably proud of our excellent results, achieving an Attainment 8 score of 4.9 in 2025 and believe that we offer both students and staff a caring environment in which they can succeed. Overall, 83% of our students achieved a grade 4 or above, 71% achieved a grade 5 or above and 28% achieved a grade 7 or above.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Knowledge about curriculum design.
• An outstanding track record within your current department and position.
• Experience of developing and holding staff accountable.

We work hard to ensure we reduce workload on staff, allowing more time in the classroom to put our vision of students first, raising standards and transforming lives into practice.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience for the above position and are interested in joining our staff team, please apply directly via My New Term.

For any further details please contact Mrs Freeman, PA to the head teacher, telephone 01582 576561 or e-mail tfreeman@icknield.beds.sch.uk  alternatively, please visit our web site www.icknield.beds.sch.uk

Visits to the school are welcome.

Closing date: Wednesday 15^th April 2026 at 12 noon. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Icknield High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Icknield High School is an equal opportunities employer.