Head of English

Summary:

Head of English needed at a forward-thinking school. Lead the department with strategic vision and academic excellence.

About the School:

A school dedicated to delivering a contemporary and inclusive education, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in learning.

The Opportunity:

As Head of English, you will provide strategic leadership to the English department, ensuring academic excellence and a love of language and literature across the school. This role offers the chance to shape curriculum, inspire students, and lead a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the English department across the secondary phase.
• Ensure the quality of teaching, learning, and curriculum design in English.
• Lead and develop a high-performing department focused on academic excellence and a love of language.
• Champion high standards of literacy and support student success in reading, writing, and oracy.
• Foster a positive departmental culture that encourages student engagement and improvement.
• Model outstanding classroom practice and set high expectations for teaching and learning.
• Support and develop colleagues through coaching and professional growth.
• Use assessment and data to inform teaching and drive continual improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Strong subject knowledge in English and a passion for teaching.
• Proven experience in leading a department and delivering strategic direction.
• Commitment to promoting high standards of literacy and academic excellence.
• Ability to use data and evidence to shape teaching and improve outcomes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in curriculum design and student assessment.

Preferred

• Experience in leading a large or high-performing department.
• Background in teaching English at secondary level.
• Experience in driving school-wide initiatives related to literacy.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Experience with professional development and staff training.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and school pay scales.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Supportive working environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.