English & Literacy Lead
Pupil Referral Unit
September 2026
This role is an opportunity for an exceptional Teacher of English to go beyond the classroom and lead a culture where literacy drives success across the whole school within a Pupil Referral Unit.
As English and Literacy Lead, you will play a central role in delivering high-quality English teaching at KS3–KS4 while shaping a strategic, whole-school approach to reading, writing and communication.
The role combines excellent classroom teaching with leadership responsibility. You will plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons, while also developing and implementing a whole-school literacy strategy.
Key aspects of the role include:
- Delivering high-quality English lessons that engage and challenge all learners
- Leading and implementing a whole-school literacy strategy across all subjects
- Supporting colleagues to embed reading, vocabulary and oracy into their teaching
- Using assessment and data to identify gaps and drive targeted interventions
- Leading professional development to improve teaching and literacy practice
- Promoting reading for pleasure and creating a culture of confident communication
- Organising enrichment opportunities such as literacy events and reading initiatives
They are looking for someone who:
- Has strong subject knowledge and a clear understanding of literacy development
- Can inspire students and influence colleagues through effective leadership
- Is confident using data to improve outcomes for all learners
- Is committed to inclusion and supporting students with additional needs
- Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement
This is a chance to shape something meaningful. Literacy sits at the heart of learning, and in this role you will have the platform to lead change, influence practice and make a lasting difference to young people’s futures.
If you are ready to lead, inspire and drive improvement, please apply to this advert for you can call Katie at Parker Smith Inclusion on 0203 011 4848.