It is a full time position, working all-year-round.
The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within White Rose Education. We are now looking for a creative, self-motivated, dynamic, passionate and driven individual who wants to help us shape the future of English education.
Working as a Primary English Specialist, the core purpose of your role will be:
Could it be you?
You will need to be a great team player, as excellent teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be a positive thinker, willing to flex, adapt and go the extra mile. A natural ability to inspire confidence in staff, school leaders and others is essential. This role will be immensely rewarding, and you will relish the opportunity to help shape a high-quality English curriculum offer for schools.
To be considered for this role you must hold QTS, have passed your ECT, and be able to evidence effective teaching and performance within Primary English. Experience of subject leadership in a teaching environment is desirable, alongside strong knowledge of curriculum development and effective teaching practice in English.
Applications
Please apply initially with an up-to-date CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you feel you are the right person for the role. You will then need to complete a full paper application to be considered for the role as we recruit to safer recruitment standards.
Closing date
Friday 22nd May 2026, 12 noon
Interview Process
All applications will be considered in line with our recruitment practices. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment day in the week beginning 25th May 2026.
Requirements
White Rose Education
Profile & Person Specification
Role title: Primary English Specialist
Last update: May 2026
Reports to: Head of Primary English
Location: This is a hybrid role which includes working at the White Rose Education offices in Halifax & Leeds. Two days a week in the office (minimum), with flexibility for more if needed.
It is a full time position, working all-year-round.
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All staff must have an awareness and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. It is an expectation that all staff will share this commitment.
All staff must abide by company policies and procedures, copies of which can be found on our HR platform or requested from the HR Manager.
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified within this job profile.
If a member of staff is requested to teach, there is a clear expectation that the Teacher Standards must be met, and the staff member must be able to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct; and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour.
This job profile is current at the date shown. It will be reviewed at least annually, and in consultation with you, it may be changed by the Managing Director to reflect or anticipate changes in the role or business need.
Key Relationships Of The Role:
Head of Primary English
Direct Reports:
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