Ready to step into senior leadership and drive meaningful whole-school impact? MAT Recruitment is supporting the appointment of an exceptional Assistant Principal – Director of English for a high-performing secondary setting in Lancashire, starting September 2026 or sooner.

This is a pivotal leadership role, sitting within the senior leadership team, with responsibility for leading English across the school while contributing to wider Quality of Education priorities. You will play a key role in shaping strategy, improving outcomes, and influencing teaching and learning beyond your department.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds QTS with a strong background in English teaching and leadership
• Has a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes and leading improvement
• Is ready to step into or further develop senior leadership responsibilities
• Can think strategically while remaining hands-on in driving standards
• Leads with clarity, resilience, and high expectations for both staff and students

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for English, driving continuous improvement in teaching, learning and outcomes across KS3 and KS4
• Lead and develop a high-performing English team, ensuring consistency and excellence in classroom practice
• Contribute to whole-school improvement planning, working closely with senior leaders on Quality of Education priorities
• Use robust data analysis and quality assurance to identify trends, challenge underperformance, and implement impactful interventions
• Oversee curriculum development, ensuring it is ambitious, well-sequenced and inclusive for all learners
• Lead on raising attainment strategies, including intervention programmes and targeted support
• Line manage staff effectively, including performance management and professional development
• Promote literacy across the wider curriculum and contribute to whole-school strategies
• Act as a visible and influential leader across the school, modelling high standards and professionalism

In Return, You’ll Receive:

• Leadership salary up to L15, dependent on experience
• The opportunity to work within a high-performing and nationally recognised Trust
• Access to extensive CPD, leadership development, and subject-specific support networks
• A collaborative and forward-thinking senior leadership team
• A strong culture of excellence, high expectations, and staff support
• Excellent staff benefits, wellbeing support, and career progression opportunities

Apply Now

To be considered, please send your CV and supporting information.

For a confidential discussion, contact:
07800 888 981
india.boardman@matrecruitment.com

MAT Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with KCSIE 2025. A rigorous selection process will be followed. We are an equal opportunities employer.