Head of English - Mullion School

About The Role:

Mullion School, part of Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated professional to lead our motivated and friendly English Faculty.

At Mullion School, nestled in the beautiful Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall, we are passionate about inspiring and supporting our students to "Dream big, fly high, and go far." We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious teacher to lead our dedicated and caring team. As a key leader in our school community, you will have full responsibility for the provision of English. You will lead the Quality of Education for English across the full age and ability range at KS3 and KS4.

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and current leaders who are passionate about making a difference to our students’ experience in English. You will play a key role in building strong and effective relationships with students, parents, and staff, ensuring every student can ‘be the best they can be’. Your focus will be on helping our students achieve their full potential, not only academically but also in their personal and social development through the English curriculum.

Why Mullion School?

· A warm, welcoming environment where kindness, self-belief, and determination are our guiding values.

· The chance to join a school where students feel a genuine sense of belonging within the Mullion Family.

· The opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of young people in one of the most stunning parts of the country.

· Comprehensive professional development opportunities for experienced teachers and Leaders

If you are excited by the opportunity to inspire the next generation and want to be part of a school that values community, personal development, and excellence, we would love to hear from you.

About You:

We are seeking a determined, resilient leader whose vision and principles align with our school’s ethos. You will share our commitment to education, to breaking down barriers for students, and to nurturing their character and knowledge so that they can succeed in life. Your relentless drive to help every student flourish will be at the heart of everything you do.

Benefits of Working with Us:

As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes.

More on our benefits and a letter to candidates from our Chair of Board of Trustees can be found here.

How to Apply and Further Info:

To apply for this position please email a completed application form to recruitment@tpacademytrust.org, please ensure your name and the position you are applying are within the subject title of the email. 

Please note we do not accept CV's.

The closing date for receiving applications is Sunday 27th April 2025

If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Michelle Dunleavy on 01326 240098

Interviews to be held on Friday 2nd May 2025

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers, volunteers, governors and trustees to share this commitment.  All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks and will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check, a Safeguarding Self-Declaration Form and satisfactory online searches undertaken.