Contact Information

Job Title:

Head of English (iGCSE & A-Level)

Location:

British School of Tenerife (BST), Spain

Start Date:

August 2026

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Reporting to:

Academic Director & Head of Secondary

About the Role
Are you a visionary English specialist ready to lead a high‑performing department? The British School of Tenerife (BST) is seeking a Head of English to drive academic standards across Key Stages 3–5.

As a Subject Leader and Lead Teacher for KS4–5, you will design a coherent, ambitious curriculum that prepares our international students for iGCSE and A‑Level success. You will lead a dedicated team, model outstanding teaching practice, and ensure that our high‑EAL cohort excels in literacy, oracy, and critical thinking.

Why Lead at BST?

Academic Autonomy:

Lead the design and sequencing of the KS3–5 curriculum within a BSO‑framework school.

Professional Growth:

Opportunity to shape whole‑school literacy strategies and mentor staff through structured coaching cycles.

Lifestyle:

Enjoy a leadership career in Tenerife,



balancing professional challenge with an exceptional quality of life.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Set the vision for English, producing a development plan aligned with BSO inspection priorities.

Curriculum Design:

Sequence a coherent KS3–5 curriculum that embeds disciplinary literacy and supports EAL learners.

Teaching Excellence:

Teach iGCSE and A‑Level classes to an outstanding standard, modelling best practices for your team.

Data & Standards:

Lead internal moderation, analyse performance data, and implement evidence‑based interventions for exam cohorts.

Team Management:

Line‑manage the English department, conducting appraisals and delivering tailored CPD.

Enrichment:

Oversee extracurricular activities such as debating, reading clubs, and school productions.

Requirements

Qualified teacher status (UK or equivalent) and substantial experience teaching iGCSE and A‑Level Englis

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