English Head of Department Vacancy – Take Your Career to the Next Level

5 days ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year


A distinguished independent school has a rare opportunity to lead their English department.

Are you looking for a renowned school with a positive and solution-focused approach to work?

Job Overview

Our client is recruiting for an English Head of Department, starting in January. The school is a co-educational school with an excellent rapport. The English Teacher will teach English from KS3 to KS5 to the high-achieving and well-behaved student body.

The School

The school supports students by approaching each as an individual and bolstering an inclusive and welcoming environment. Students are proud of their school and have strong relationships with their peers and the staff.

Staff cannot praise the school enough; they described the workplace as having 'a strong sense of community and pride' and that the school places 'focus on staff wellbeing.' The school looks after their staff, providing them with many benefits including employee centred and family friendly policies and practices; flexible working arrangements for work-life balance; and a cycle to work scheme.

English Teacher Experience and Qualifications

  • Educated to degree level in English
  • A formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE)
  • Legal ability to work within the UK
  • Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills
  • Strong understanding of English theory
  • Strong Leadership skills

Application

To be considered for this English Head of Department position, please send your CV as soon as possible.



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