English Subject Leader

3 days ago


Hyderabad City Taluka, Pakistan International Schools Partnership Full time

Position at Manthan Educational Society

English Subject Leader

Purpose of Role:

The purpose of the role of an English Subject Leader is to oversee and manage the teaching and learning of English within a school or educational institution. This role is pivotal in ensuring that students receive high-quality instruction in English, develop strong language and literacy skills, and are supported in achieving their full potential.

ISP Principles

  1. Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
  2. Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
  3. Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
  4. Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
  5. Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Roles & Responsibilities of Subject Leader

  1. Oversee the planning of the curriculum content, ensuring it is well sequenced to promote pupil progress.
  2. Ensure the planned curriculum is effectively and consistently implemented across the school.
  3. Teach and guide students.
  4. Mentor teachers by reviewing their lesson plans, suggesting innovative ideas to incorporate in the class, and observing their classrooms. Also, check on the quality of teaching provided to the students.
  5. Review samples of corrected notebooks by the teachers.
  6. Review quality of textbooks and material created by the content team.
  7. Review corrected assessments of the teachers and provide them with appropriate feedback.
  8. Provide guidance to the content team in the creation of effective reading materials and assessments that improve students' skills.
  9. Support, train, and review teacher-created learning material.
  10. Guide the content in the process of updating the curriculum.
  11. Liaise with other Leaders, Student Support Services and relevant staff with cross-School responsibilities, relevant non-teaching support staff.
  12. Be responsible for teaching staff and other relevant personnel within the Subject Area.
  13. Interview and train new employees, as well as guide them through the Manthan ethos and procedure.
  14. Conduct training of teachers.
  15. Plan and conduct staff meetings.
  16. Encourage teachers to attend relevant training.
  17. Evaluate teachers and display pupils' work – visual evidence, photographs, ICT etc.
  18. Keep up to date with national developments in the Subject Area and teaching practice and methodology.
  19. Conduct annual performance reviews of teachers.
  20. Ensure the quality of lesson plans made by teachers is good.
  21. Conduct classroom observations to understand the teaching process of the teachers and guide them accordingly.
  22. Organize Subject weeks like Srijan, Literati, Samanvaya etc. with the help of the subject teachers.
  23. Guide the teachers through the PTMs regarding how they should address a query regarding a subject.
  24. Take interviews and conduct demonstration sessions as part of the recruitment cycle.
  25. Prepare content and assessments.
  26. Train students for inter-house competitions.
Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate for heading the English Department with experience in Cambridge and AS & A-Level education should have the following key qualifications and attributes:

  • Educational Background: A master's degree in English or a related field, with recognized teaching qualifications (e.g., PGCE).
  • Experience: Extensive teaching experience with Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A-Level English, and a strong understanding of Cambridge assessment criteria and syllabi.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage a department, mentor teachers, and develop a high-quality English curriculum.
  • Pedagogical Expertise: Strong classroom management and teaching skills, with experience in assessment, feedback, and differentiation to meet diverse student needs.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, students, and senior leadership.
  • Commitment to Student Success: A passion for helping students develop language and literacy skills, with a focus on achieving high academic standards.
  • Organizational and Analytical Skills: Strong organizational abilities, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to monitor and improve student progress.
  • Professional Development: Commitment to continuous learning and the ability to lead professional development within the department.
ISP Leadership Competencies

  1. Collaboration: Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximize opportunities.
  2. Learning & Getting Better: Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development, and growth.
  3. Innovation Leadership: Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
  4. Outcome driven: Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
  5. Resilience: Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
  6. Community Focus: Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
  7. Integrity & Ethical Management: Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
  8. Leading & Inspiring Others: Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
  9. Understanding People: Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organization.
  10. Influencing & Communication: Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
  11. Agile: Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
  12. Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness: Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
  13. Planning & Decision Making: Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organizes, prioritizes and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
  14. Diversity & Equity: Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ManthanISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Manthan ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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