EAL Lead

An ambitious and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Bournemouth is seeking a dynamic and experienced EAL Lead to join their team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the school’s EAL provision and play a central role in shaping the learning experience of students for whom English is an Additional Language.

This role is perfect for a confident and forward-thinking educator with a passion for language development, inclusion, and whole-school impact.

The Role:

• Lead the development and delivery of the school’s EAL strategy across all key stages.

• Manage a small team of support staff to ensure EAL learners receive high-quality, targeted support.

• Work closely with subject teachers and pastoral staff to monitor progress, identify needs, and implement effective interventions.

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons for EAL students at various levels of proficiency.

• Oversee assessment, data tracking, and reporting for all EAL learners.

• Support the integration and wellbeing of newly arrived students, ensuring a smooth transition into school life.

• Lead CPD and training for staff on EAL best practices and inclusive teaching strategies.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Substantial experience teaching EAL in a secondary school setting.

• A strong understanding of language acquisition and effective EAL pedagogy.

• Proven leadership or managerial experience, ideally within an educational setting.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

• A collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to inclusive education.

• The ability to inspire, support and challenge both staff and students.

Why Join This School?

• A supportive and welcoming environment with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• A forward-thinking leadership team who value innovation and staff development.

• Opportunities to shape and grow the EAL department in line with the school’s wider vision.

• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership training.

• A vibrant, multicultural student community where your work will make a real difference.

This is more than just a teaching role — it’s a chance to lead a vital area of school life and make a meaningful impact every day. If you’re passionate about supporting EAL learners and ready to step into a leadership position, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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