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Head Of English

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 37,870 - 56,154 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bexley, Greater London

Expire in: 2 days

Job Description

Job Title: Head of English
Location: Bexley, South East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) + TLR + £1,500 Allowance + Benefits

About the Role:
A high-achieving and forward-thinking secondary school in the Bexley area is seeking to appoint an ambitious and experienced Head of English.

This is an exciting opportunity for a current middle leader or an outstanding English Teacher ready to step into leadership, overseeing a successful department and driving excellence across KS3–KS5.

You will play a key role in shaping a broad, engaging, and ambitious English curriculum, ensuring students develop strong literacy skills, critical thinking, and a genuine love for reading and language.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Lead and manage the English department across KS3–KS5

  * Deliver high-quality English teaching and model outstanding practice

  * Drive student progress, attainment, and curriculum development

  * Monitor teaching standards and support staff development

  * Line manage and mentor members of the English team

  * Contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic planning

Why Apply?
This school is part of a well-established and highly respected multi-academy trust, offering excellent support and long-term career progression.

  * Strong academic performance and a clear focus on improvement

  * A supportive and collaborative leadership team

  * A culture of high expectations, consistency, and strong behaviour systems

  * Access to a wide professional network across multiple schools

  * High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities

  * Modern facilities and a well-resourced English department

  * A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance

The school prides itself on fostering a culture where teachers are supported to excel, with clear systems in place while still allowing subject specialists the autonomy to deliver engaging and innovative lessons.

The Ideal Candidate:

  * Holds QTS and a relevant English degree

  * Experience teaching English across KS3–KS5

  * Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role

  * Strong understanding of curriculum development and assessment

  * Evidence of raising attainment and improving outcomes

  * A passion for literacy and student achievement

  * Ability to inspire, lead, and develop a team

Safeguarding Statement:
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Apply Now:
If you are an ambitious English specialist ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your most up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

We also offer a referral scheme — if you know a suitable candidate for this role and we successfully place them, you will receive £100 in Amazon vouchers as a thank you

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