Job description
Lead Practitioner for Literacy
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
GSL Education is delighted to be recruiting a dedicated and passionate Lead Practitioner for Literacy to join a thriving secondary school community in Chichester. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career, helping to drive excellence in literacy across the school and making a meaningful impact on student outcomes.
Role Overview:
As the Lead Practitioner for Literacy, you will play a vital role in improving literacy standards across all key stages. You will work closely with teaching staff, leading on innovative strategies, coaching, and supporting colleagues to ensure outstanding literacy provision is embedded throughout the curriculum. The successful candidate will be a key member of the wider leadership team, inspiring both students and staff to achieve their best.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead whole-school literacy initiatives
- Support and coach teachers to improve literacy teaching practices
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of literacy interventions
- Contribute to curriculum development with a focus on raising literacy standards
- Promote a love of reading and writing across the school community
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Proven track record of improving literacy outcomes in a secondary setting
- Strong leadership and coaching abilities
- Passionate about literacy and raising student attainment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
What GSL Education Offers:
- Expert guidance from a dedicated, experienced consultant throughout your application process
- Comprehensive support with interview preparation to ensure you feel confident and ready
- Access to a wide network of supportive and high-performing schools
- A commitment to helping you find a role that supports your long-term career growth
At GSL Education, we pride ourselves on matching educators with their dream roles and providing excellent service every step of the way. Our consultants, with their wealth of experience in the education sector, are committed to helping you find the right school for long-term success.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding leadership role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you!
Apply now to be considered or contact us today to discuss the role in more detail.