Head of English in City of London

Head of English - Westminster, Central London

Start Date: January 2027

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate English teacher and leader to drive the department forward, inspire both staff and students, and play a key role in raising achievement across the school.

The Role

• Lead, manage and develop the English department, ensuring consistently high standards of teaching and learning.
• Inspire, motivate and support a team of dedicated English teachers.
• Drive student progress and attainment across English Language and Literature.
• Develop and deliver an engaging, ambitious and challenging curriculum.
• Monitor departmental performance and implement strategies to secure continuous improvement.
• Foster a love of reading, writing and literature, creating a culture where students are encouraged to think critically and creatively.
• Create a positive learning environment where all students are supported to achieve their full potential.

The Ideal Candidate

• Be an outstanding and enthusiastic English teacher.
• Have proven experience of leading or managing an English department, or be an ambitious middle leader ready to take the next step.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Have a strong track record of improving student outcomes.
• Be an inspirational leader with the ability to motivate, support and develop colleagues.
• Have high expectations and a genuine passion for education.

What's on Offer?

• An exciting leadership opportunity at a school in Westminster.
• A January 2027 start.
• The opportunity to shape and develop an English department.
• A supportive school environment with a commitment to staff development.
• A competitive salary, dependent on experience.

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