Joe Broadfoot
Head of English Literature, Politics & Drama
Leading English, Politics and Drama across KS3–KS5 with a focus on coherent curriculum design, high-quality teaching and research-informed practice.
Welcome
Welcome to my professional website. I am Head of English Literature, Politics & Drama and an experienced teacher, curriculum leader and Cambridge International examiner. I work with students across KS3–KS5 to develop confident, analytical and creative readers, writers and performers.
My professional focus is on coherent curriculum design, high-quality teaching, and research-informed practice that strengthens outcomes for every learner.
Current Role
Head of English Literature, Politics & Drama
Leading curriculum and assessment across KS3–KS5 with responsibility for:
- High-quality teaching, learning and assessment
- Coherent schemes of work aligned to Cambridge and Edexcel requirements
- Evidence-based approaches to reading and academic writing
- Professional development, instructional coaching and teacher mentoring
- Contribution to whole-school literacy strategy and school improvement priorities
Curriculum & Exam Board Expertise
I have extensive experience teaching and examining across multiple Cambridge International and UK exam boards.
Recent teaching and examining includes:
- Cambridge International AS & A Level English Literature (9695)
- Cambridge IGCSE Literature in English (0475)
- Cambridge IGCSE First Language English (0500)
- Cambridge IGCSE World Literature (0408)
- Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (0510)
- Cambridge IGCSE Drama (0411) and KS3 Drama
- Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives (0457)
- Edexcel GCSE & IGCSE English Language and English Literature (9–1)
- AQA GCSE English Language & English Literature (9–1)
- OCR GCSE English Language & English Literature (9–1)
- IELTS preparation and academic English
Previous Teaching Posts
- Head of English & Drama, St Stephen’s International School
- Head of English & Media, Harris Aspire
- Teacher of English, Creative Media, Film Studies, Business & PE, Hayesbrook
Supply & Early Career Experience
- Heston Community School – KS3–KS4 English and support for AEN and vulnerable students.
- The Cottesloe School – KS3–KS5 English (A Level, IGCSE & AQA); schemes of work developed for The Time Machine and Macbeth.
Recent CPD
- Cambridge International extension training (9695, 0475, 0411/0994)
- Child Protection for International Schools
- Strategies to Support EAL Learners
- Mental Well-being in Children & Young People
- Drama Teacher Academy courses (Laban, Commedia dell’Arte, Shakespeare)
- Shakespeare: How to Access the Power of Words (Udemy)
Teaching Qualifications
PGCE (Secondary English) & QTS – Kent & Medway Training (KMT)
School placements at:
- Dartford Grammar School
- Leigh Technology Academy
- Grange Park School (Value-added placement)
- Long Mead Community Primary
Academic Qualifications
- MA Victorian Studies – Birkbeck, University of London
- BA (Hons) Literature – First Class – The Open University
- CELTA – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Professional Certificate in Management
- Diploma in Literature & Creative Writing
- Certificate in Humanities
Prior Professional Experience (Media, Sport & Music)
Before entering teaching, I worked in media, sport and music, including journalism, broadcasting, artist development and international DJing. This background enriches my teaching in English, Literature, Drama and Creative Media, particularly in developing students’ communication, confidence and creativity.
Contact
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