Curriculum Leader for English and Media

REQUIRED FOR SEPTEMBER 2026

·         NOR: 1200 | 300 in 6th Form

·         MPS/UPS + Outer London

·         TLR 1c (£14,428)

Our school is a highly regarded, heavily oversubscribed school with a strong community ethos and a track record of examination results significantly above national averages. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Curriculum Leader of English and Media who can inspire, motivate, and challenge young people – raising their aspirations and accelerating their progress.

The successful candidate will join and lead a thriving, well-established department with a strong track record of high attainment and consistently impressive Progress 8 outcomes. Working closely with the Subject Leader for Media, Key Stage post-holders, and the wider team, they will provide strategic direction and collaborative leadership to ensure outstanding teaching and learning and high-quality provision for all students.

We welcome applications from candidates who are:

·         Enthusiastic and passionate about English, with the ability to instil a love for it in students of all abilities

·         Confident teaching across the full ability range and key stages

·         Committed to high-quality planning and creative teaching and learning

·         Consistent in using ongoing assessment and feedback to support student progress

·         Collaborative team players who are eager to share best practice and contribute to departmental improvement

We offer:

·         A friendly, vibrant, and caring school community – voted the happiest school in Barnet, and 38th Nationally (The Times and Sunday Times)

·         A commitment to supporting the whole person, encouraging staff involvement in community and charitable initiatives

·         An exciting opportunity to contribute to the next phase of development in our English and Media Department

·         A strong commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing CPD

·         A genuine focus on staff wellbeing, including half-termly wellbeing initiatives

·         An enterprising and ‘can-do’ culture that encourages innovation and initiative

·         A school that values and supports staff, offering opportunities for career progression and personal growth

·         Routine opportunities to be recognised through our “Extra Mile” awards

·         A dedicated Wellbeing Day for all staff after one year of service

·         An additional day off in December for Founders’ Day, in recognition of staff commitment and service

We are looking for someone who will bring energy, creativity, and dedication to the role and who will share in our commitment to excellence. If this sounds like you, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Applications from non-Catholic teachers who are willing to support the values and ethos of a Catholic school are warmly invited.

To Apply:

Candidates wishing to visit the school are welcome to do so by appointment. Please contact recruitment@finchleycatholic.org.uk

You can apply for this role directly via TES Quick Apply, or alternatively an application form for this post can be downloaded from the Vacancies page of our website. Completed forms should be returned to recruitment@finchleycatholic.org.uk.

Candidates may be invited for interview as they apply.

FCHS is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as such all candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.