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Head of English
Job Posted: 27 minutes ago
Salary: £ 61,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lambeth, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of English
Location: Lambeth
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you a dedicated and ambitious English teacher ready to lead a thriving department? A dynamic secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a Head of English to join their leadership team from September 2025 on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a current Head of English or an experienced English teacher looking to take the next step into middle leadership. You'll be joining a supportive, high-achieving school community where students are engaged, ambitious, and eager to succeed.
About the Role:
As Head of English, you will lead the strategic direction of the department, champion high-quality teaching and learning, and drive progress across Key Stages 3 to 5. You'll support and develop a committed team of teachers and play a vital role in shaping the curriculum and raising academic standards.
What the School Offers:
A permanent leadership position with real scope for impact and innovation
A welcoming and inclusive environment with strong pastoral and academic systems
A well-resourced English department and enthusiastic, high-attaining students
Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
A collaborative & settled senior leadership team that values professional growth and staff wellbeingThe Ideal Candidate Will Be:
A passionate and experienced English teacher with a track record of raising achievement
Confident in leading curriculum planning, assessment, and departmental development
A strategic thinker with excellent subject knowledge and leadership potential
Committed to inclusive, student-centred education and whole-school improvement
Reflective, resilient, and ready to inspire both students and colleaguesIf you're ready to lead a strong English team and make a meaningful impact in Lambeth, we would love to hear from you.
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