Job Title: Head of English (iGCSE & A-Level) Location: British School of Tenerife (BST), Spain Start Date: ASAP 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, analyze 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 English. * Proven subject leadership experience, including designing KS4/5 curriculum and leading a team. * Strong content knowledge across literature and language; able to teach both iGCSE and A‑Level specifications. * Successful track record of improving outcomes, with clear understanding of assessment and exam preparation. * Experience of supporting EAL students and adapting classroom practice to meet their needs. * Excellent communication skills with students, parents and colleagues; ability to work bilingually (English/Spanish) desirable.

Person specification — desirable * Experience with Read Write Inc. or systematic phonics approaches for literacy catch‑up. * Evidence of effective CPD design and implementation. * Familiarity with the BSO inspection framework and international school contexts. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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