English/literacy lead: model job description

Download and adapt our job description and person specification for an English or literacy lead to help you find the most suitable candidate for the role.

Last reviewed on 10 June 2022
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  1. Download our model job description and person specification

Download our model job description and person specification

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It's intended as a starting point for you to adapt to suit your context, as the role will differ in every school – for example, you’ll want to specify whether you’re recruiting for an English or literacy lead. 

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