About This Role
Location: EK Outreach Services – London
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid.
Reporting to: Deputy Manager – Learning and Skills
About EK Outreach Services
EK Outreach Services provides specialist 1:1 and 2:1 to students who cannot access mainstream schooling due to SEND, mental health challenges, medical needs, or other barriers. Our aim is to re-engage, inspire, and empower students, ensuring they achieve their academic and personal potential. We work closely with local authorities, schools, wider professionals, carers and families to provide bespoke education and support, delivering high-quality learning both in students' homes and in community settings.
Role Overview
The Head of English is responsible specifically for the leadership and development of English throughout the provision, ensuring that each pupil is positively encouraged to develop their potential to the full.
The Head of English will be expected to work closely with colleagues in the department and across other curriculum areas. The post holder will also teach all aspects of the English curriculum to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
1. Teaching and Student Engagement
Planning, implementing and reviewing the English curriculum
Contributing to the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils
Supporting vulnerable learners through adaptive curriculum design and close monitoring
2. Coordination & Case Management
Overseeing the development and training of staff in the department and supervision of departmental staff
Ensuring that assessment is both regular and thorough and that full records of pupils are kept;
Representing the department within the provision in matters relating to the curriculum and management
Liaising with other department coordinators
Cooperating with senior staff in developing links with external companies that would help the curriculum.
Leading regular departmental meetings
Implementing the ongoing development of the subject area
Organising and attending field trips as required
Reviewing and developing practical work
Delivering subject-specific programmes
Provision of extension activities
Managing the provision of textbooks and resources
Providing information on Public Examination entries to the Examinations Officer
Being available to provide advice and guidance on Examinations
Line managing English tutors, including performance management and professional development planning
Writing and implementing a departmental development plan aligned to whole provision priorities
Maintaining awarding body compliance (keeping schemes of work and assessments aligned with specifications)
Leading development of shared curriculum resources to ensure consistency across tutors and settings
Monitoring daily running records for attendance, engagement, provision and progress
Writing and quality assuring PLPs with measurable targets
3. Safeguarding & Compliance
Contributing to safeguarding and pastoral processes
Ensuring Health and Safety guidelines are followed
Ensuring that classrooms present a stimulating environment
Implementing all school policies
Leading departmental CPD, including onboarding new tutors and upskilling staff
Standardising assessment and marking practices across the department
Ensuring consistency and quality of English provision across the outreach model
4. Administrative & Organisational Duties
Carrying out a share of supervisory duties
Participating in appropriate meetings with colleagues and parents relative to the above duties
Contributing to the PSCHE programme when required
Attending whole School events e.g. Inset Days, Award Evenings etc
Providing cover and examination assistance as required
Contributing subject level data to senior leadership and external stakeholders
Managing new student referrals within English (tutor allocation, timetabling and coordinating start of provision)
Essential Criteria
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Level 5 Diploma in Education).
Proven experience working with SEND students or those facing barriers to education (e.g., SEMH, ASD, ADHD, medical needs).
Experience delivering in an outreach or alternative provision setting (Preferred)
Strong knowledge of the UK curriculum and ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs.
Skills & Attributes
Passionate about inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and professionals.
Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple caseloads effectively.
Ability to work independently and use initiative, while also collaborating as part of a team.
Resilient, patient, and adaptable, with the ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
Act at all times as an ambassador for EK Outreach Services in a manner which upholds its values and ethos. Promote equality of opportunity for all through EK Outreach’s policies, procedures and practices.
It should be noted that a job description is not an exhaustive list of activities, and employees may be asked to carry out other duties commensurate with the grade of the post. The job description may also be amended to take account of changed circumstances, and employees will be consulted if this is necessary.
At EK Outreach Services, safety is paramount. All prospective employees will undergo an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service, as required by child protection regulations. Additionally, we will request proof of your professional qualifications and references before extending any employment offers. These rigorous HR processes reflect our unwavering commitment to providing a secure learning environment for our students.