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English Head of Department Vacancy

English Head of Department

MPR/UPR + TLR 1:3


An outstanding opportunity to teach in a flourishing and forward thinking 11-18 single academy where the wellbeing of staff is a priority.

Required for September 2025 for this heavily over-subscribed and successful Church of England Academy, and award-winning Outstanding School (SIAMS). This vacancy becomes available following the promotion of the current postholder to senior leadership.

An inspirational, ambitious and highly motivated teacher is sought to lead a large and thriving department. The successful candidate will have a track record of securing academic success and a value driven vision for the leadership of a talented team of teachers.

The English Department is a friendly and collegiate department in which teachers work in a mutually supportive manner to ignite and foster a love of English in our pupils. Our team is made up of nine teaching staff and our school librarian. The Head of Department is supported in his work by three Heads of Key Stages. We have 7 classrooms across the main school building and the sixth form.

The school of 1000 pupils, plus a Sixth Form of 300 pupils, is attractively and conveniently situated close to the Ribble Valley and has excellent motorway connections via M65 to M6 and M62.

The application form and vacancy pack is available for download opposite. Completed applications should be made via email to vacancies@st-christophers.org.

The closing date for applications is Monday 28th April 2025 (midday) and interviews are planned for Thursday 1st May 2025.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by prior arrangement with the Headmaster's PA on 01254 355214.


St Christopher’s CE High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

St Christopher’s CE High School is an equal opportunities employer.