Key Role Information

Salary
40,317.00 - 62,496.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
12/06/2026 12:00
Interview
17 June 2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Head of Faculty – Languages | September 2026 | TLR 1C

St Paul’s Way Trust is an outstanding ‘Through School’ with a track record of innovation. Drawing extensively on academic research the school provides a unique curriculum experience centred on our six ‘Graduate’ strands.

As a proud member of the innovative University Schools Trust (UST), we benefit from the unique partnership of six world-leading universities and five sector-leading bodies who work together to deliver our shared vision of inclusive, high quality and transformational education.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Languages.The successful candidate will be expected to outline a compelling vision for the future development of the faculty, to lead a vibrant and highly successful team that has a passionate commitment to the progress of all students. Essential, is an unwavering belief in the potential of every student. We are looking for a head of faculty who will be able to continue to develop our rich curriculum offer of French and Spanish from KS3 to KS5, and who will make a sustained impact on student progress and achievement. We are seeking to appoint a candidate who has extensive knowledge of the demands of the new curriculum and has proven and creative methods of delivering exceptional provision in languages

In March 2013, Ofsted described the school as ‘Outstanding’ in every category, including the VI Form. The school was commended for its “relentless pursuit of scholarship and excellence”. We are a successful National Teaching School. Our award winning new building is situated in the heart of East London. Professor Brian Cox OBE is one of our Patrons.  

Our exceptional links with world-leading universities help shape an inspirational curriculum.

Development, working structure and flexible working at St Pauls Way

At SPW we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning. To all staff we pledge:  

  • An all-school approach to behaviour management that is led by an experienced and well-resourced pastoral team 
  • Whole class feedback models instead of written marking
  • Fortnightly curriculum planning time and centralised SOW and resources 
  • Instructional coaching for every member of the teaching staff 
  • Reduced data entry: only two data inputs for each year group per academic year 
  • Planning and preparation time that far exceeds the local and national average, approaching almost one-fifth of the timetable
  • Protected collaborative planning time for staff in all teams
  • Considered and impactful line management for all staff 
  • Flexible working including opportunities for part-time work and flexible planning time onsite/offsite
  • A high achieving, dynamic and professional sixth form that provides extensive development opportunities

Beyond this, collaboration underpins a staff developmental model in which every teacher benefits from fortnightly coaching, within which time teams also have timetabled subject specific training during the school day. 

At SPWS we believe in fostering a clear and explicit student culture that is articulated through our character framework and is underpinned by the values of SPWT: Integrity, Aspiration and Community.

r more information on our school can be on our website Secondary - St Paul's Way

About you

We want to hear from you if you are: 

  • A fully qualified teacher with evidence of QTS for secondary teaching.
  • Qualified to at least degree level in subject area and/or good A Levels or equivalent.
  • Unrelenting in your pursuit of excellence in all aspects of your practice
  • Successful in working with young people and securing the best outcomes for them 
  • Team spirited and prepared to go above and beyond to get the job done.

Why join us?

  • Professional Development: An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for growth and real career development in an encouraging environment with plenty of room for advancement.
  • Supportive Environment: Full support from a dedicated and visible team of senior leaders and pastoral managers.
  • Employee Assistance: Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.
  • Staff Wellbeing: A meaningful approach to staff wellbeing, including access to cycle to work and parking.

 


Benefits

TLR 1C (£14,462)
TLR 1C (£14,462)

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Statusessential

Skills

Experience

Experience of working with young people at secondary level
Relevant experience/training in teaching at all Key Stages and confidence in delivering the curriculum.

Experience/Knowledge

Experience of using information systems including computerised systems in an administrative environment

Personal Attributes

Teamwork
Passionate belief in the success of young people in the subject and in teaching and obtaining high standards.

Qualifications

QTS

About Us

Welcome to St Paul’s Way Secondary School

Thank you for your interest in joining St Paul’s Way Secondary School. We are delighted that you are considering becoming part of a community of educators, leaders and professionals united by purpose, professionalism and pride.

Our Purpose

At SPW, we believe education can transform lives and communities. As an all-through school rooted in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and part of University Schools Trust, our work is driven by ambition, social justice and a commitment to excellence for every child.

Our Culture

Joining SPW means becoming part of a unified staff community with clear cultural norms. We value professionalism, preparedness and reflection, and we work within a culture of psychological safety where staff feel confident to innovate, ask questions and learn from one another.

Developing Our People

We invest heavily in our staff. Through high-quality CPD, coaching, mentoring and collaboration across UST, colleagues are supported to grow, refine their practice and take ownership of their career development. Everyone’s contribution matters, and success is a shared responsibility.

Working Together

Collaboration sits at the heart of our success. We work closely with families, partners and the wider community to ensure high standards, strong relationships and meaningful impact. Our staff are the heartbeat of this work, and we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and inspired to do their best.

Your Journey with Us

As you explore opportunities at St Paul’s Way, we encourage you to discover our values, our culture and our commitment to continuous improvement. We look forward to welcoming colleagues who align with our ethos and want to help shape the future of education at SPW.

St Paul's Way Secondary School

UST Recruitment

ustrecruitment@ust.london

125 St Paul's Way
Bow
London
London
E3 4FT
UST Recruitment
ustrecruitment@ust.london

Safeguarding Information

All posts involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.

In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines and legal obligations to ensure that safeguarding is a paramount consideration in recruitment processes, employers are required to carry out an enhanced DBS check for this role. To supplement this, we ask you to confirm whether or not you have ever been convicted of a criminal offence which is not 'protected'. If you answer 'yes', you will be asked to supply details of all relevant convictions at a later stage, should your application be progressed.

Information given in response to this question will not be used during the shortlisting process. The data will only be referred to if your application is progressed, informing the pre-employment checking process.

The University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.