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Assistant Head of English

The Spires College · Torquay · Torbay

Job description

Are you looking for an English teaching post in which you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives? Are you seeking to work in a school that is committed to supporting the professional development of all staff? If the answer is yes, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Head of English. We are passionate about the importance of excellent teaching and firmly believe in the power of education to transform lives. If you always aim to inspire and enthuse students through your teaching and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people, then this could be the perfect role for you.

You will:

  • be, or have the potential to become, an exceptional and innovative classroom practitioner;
  • be committed to working in a close, collaborative team environment within the English Department;
  • be able to use a strong pedagogical understanding to successfully deliver the curriculum;
  • be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.

The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching. The ability to teach film and/or media is essential, as is experience of teaching to A level.



Benefits

TLR 2a currently £3,651

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About this school

The Spires College

Foundation school · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated
Pupils
1,131
Avg teacher salary
£51,547
Pupil:teacher ratio
14.7:1
Academy trust
Westlands School Trust

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Torquay, Torbay, TQ1 3PE

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
9 September 2026
Closing date
28 September 2026

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