Head of English / Director of English

Head of English / Director of English

Head of English / Director of English

Salary: MPS/UPS/Leadership + TLR - Inner London

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: Sept 2025

Greenwich

Job overview - Head of English / Director of English

Our Outstanding Academy is seeking a passionate and experienced Head of English / Director of English to join our team from September 2025. The successful Head of English / Director of English candidate will play a pivotal role in driving forward the English department, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning are maintained. As Head of English / Director of English, you will develop and implement strategies to enhance student progress and attainment in English.

Key Responsibilities - Head of English / Director of English:

• Collaborate with the team to create a dynamic and engaging mathematics curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
• Lead and inspire a team of English teachers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching and learning within the English department, implementing strategies for improvement where necessary.
• Analyse data to track student progress and attainment, identifying areas for intervention and support.
• Foster a positive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported to achieve their academic goals.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the leadership team to promote cross-curricular initiatives and shared best practices.
• Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external stakeholders to support student learning and achievement.

Qualifications and Experience - Head of English / Director of English:

• A degree in English or a related field.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Significant experience teaching English at secondary level, with a proven track record of raising student achievement.
• Strong understanding of current educational trends, pedagogical approaches, and assessment practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the school community.

If you are interested in this Head of English / Director of English opportunity, tours & interviews can be arranged ASAP.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful Head of English / Director of English will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

To apply for this Head of English / Director of English opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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