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Head of English
Job Posted: 8 days ago
Salary: £ 42,047 - 51,048 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sevenoaks
Expire in: 20 days
Job Description
Head of English
Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner if available)
About the Role
Vision for Education is seeking a passionate and dynamic Head of English to join a dedicated SEN school in Sevenoaks. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced English teacher or subject leader who is ready to take the next step into a leadership position within a highly supportive and inclusive environment.
As Head of English, you will lead a small but committed team of 6 teachers and support staff to deliver an engaging, differentiated English curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of pupils with a range of special educational needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties.
You will inspire both students and staff, fostering a love of language, literature, and communication across all key stages.
The School
The school is a welcoming, well-resourced SEN provision that places the wellbeing and progress of every pupil at the heart of its ethos. Staff work collaboratively to create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment that enables students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the English department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.
Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and intervention strategies.
Support the professional development of team members.
Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
Champion literacy development across the whole school.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
Proven experience teaching English, ideally within an SEN or inclusive setting.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
A creative and adaptable approach to meeting individual learning needs.
Commitment to promoting high expectations and outcomes for all learners.
What We Offer:
One of the highest daily supply pay rate
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Opportunities to work in a variety of schools across Kent
Continuous professional development and support
A dedicated consultant to assist with placements and career advice
About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
If you are an Educator can enthuse, motivate, and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)
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