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Assistant Head of English (2MU) | Private School | Canterbury
Prospero Teaching is delighted to be partnering with a well-respected independent school in Canterbury to recruit an exceptional Assistant Head of English (2MU).
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a passionate and innovative English educator who is ready to contribute to a high-performing department while supporting the continued development of teaching and learning across the faculty.
The successful applicant will join a collaborative and forward-thinking school that values both academic excellence and student wellbeing. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum, embraces innovative educational practice, and encourages staff to balance traditional teaching approaches with creative and contemporary learning experiences.
About the Role
As Assistant Head of English, you will:
- Support the leadership and strategic direction of a successful English department.
- Inspire students through engaging and high-quality classroom practice.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and student outcomes.
- Mentor and support fellow teachers while contributing to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
- Play an active role in the wider life of the school.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Be an experienced secondary English teacher with a passion for teaching and learning.
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential or previous middle leadership experience.
- Foster positive relationships with students, colleagues and the wider school community.
- Embrace innovation while maintaining high academic expectations.
- Be committed to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice.
- Applicants are encouraged to outline any additional teaching subjects they are able to offer, along with their co-curricular interests and strengths.
What's on Offer
- Leadership allowance (2MU).
- Opportunity to join a highly regarded independent school.
- Supportive, collaborative and high-performing teaching environment.
- Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Excellent resources and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
If you're an outstanding English educator looking to take the next step in your leadership career within a supportive and progressive independent school, we'd love to hear from you.
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