Head of English

1 month ago

Northampton, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Job Title: Head of English
Location: Partner Secondary School (via Teaching Personnel)
Salary: MPS & TLR 1C (Pay Award Pending)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: As Soon As Possible

The Role:
Teaching Personnel is working with one of our partner secondary schools to recruit an exceptional Head of English. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and inspirational leader to shape the future of the English department, ensuring a high standard of teaching and learning that drives student achievement. The Head of English will play a crucial role in developing the department’s curriculum, managing staff, and fostering a passion for literature and language across the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide visionary leadership to the English department, setting high standards and fostering a culture of academic excellence.
  • Lead and manage a team of talented English teachers, promoting collaboration and ongoing professional development.
  • Develop and implement an engaging, robust curriculum that enhances literacy skills and inspires a love of English in all students.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to monitor and drive student progress, implementing strategies to close attainment gaps.
  • Ensure consistently high-quality teaching practices across the department, supporting teachers in refining their pedagogy.
  • Work collaboratively with senior leadership to align departmental goals with whole-school improvement priorities.

The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious leader with a proven track record of success in English teaching and leadership. The ideal candidate will have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with extensive experience teaching English at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
  • Strong leadership abilities, with experience in departmental or team management.
  • A passion for English literature and language, coupled with the ability to inspire this passion in students and staff.
  • An innovative approach to curriculum development and a commitment to evidence-based teaching methods.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to lead by example, driving improvement and positive change.

Why Join Us?

  • Lead a supportive and well-resourced English department with a shared commitment to excellence.
  • Access to high-quality professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Be part of a school with a clear vision for improvement and a culture that values staff development and wellbeing.
  • A rewarding role in which you can have a lasting impact on student outcomes and help shape the future of the English department.

How to Apply:
If you are a passionate and driven leader ready to take on the Head of English role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with a copy of your CV and we will be in touch. 

Teaching Personnel and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check as part of the application process.

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