Job Description

Literacy Lead (English Teacher) – Secondary School – Bristol

A secondary school in Bristol is seeking an ambitious and dedicated Literacy Lead (English Teacher) to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis starting April 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced English teacher with strong leadership skills to lead and develop a whole-school literacy strategy, while also teaching within the English department. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving reading, writing and communication skills across the academy, ensuring all students can fully access a challenging and engaging curriculum.

Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 (M1–UPS3) + TLR2B (£5,873)

The Role

• Lead and develop a whole-school approach to literacy and reading
• Teach English across relevant key stages
• Work closely with subject leaders and senior leadership to implement an evidence-based literacy strategy
• Analyse literacy data to inform teaching and interventions
• Deliver high-quality CPD to support staff in embedding literacy across the curriculum
• Promote a strong reading culture and coordinate targeted literacy interventions
• Support students to develop confidence, independence and a love of reading

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience delivering high-quality English lessons at secondary level
• Demonstrates strong leadership and the ability to influence whole-school practice
• Has experience supporting a wide range of learners, including SEND, pupil premium and high-attaining students
• Is an excellent communicator who can motivate colleagues and build positive relationships xbpsjku with students, staff and parents
• Is committed to professional development and supporting the growth of others

The School Offers

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities to lead whole-school improvement in literacy
• A strong focus on professional development
• A positive and inclusive school community

If you are a passionate English teacher with the drive to lead literacy across a secondary school in Bristol, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this rewarding opportunity.