Assistant Head Of English

Qualiteach Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional teaching agency is seeking an ambitious Assistant Head of English for a mainstream secondary school in Enfield, starting in September. The ideal candidate will teach English across KS3 and KS4, support curriculum development, and contribute to the leadership of the English department. Strong subject knowledge and interpersonal skills are essential. The school offers an inclusive environment with excellent professional development opportunities and is well connected by transport links.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Supportive environment for aspiring leaders

Clear leadership development pathways

Qualifications

• Ambition and readiness for leadership roles in education.
• A track record of successful teaching in English.
• Commitment to student progress and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Support curriculum development within the English department.
• Assist in raising academic standards for students.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership

Strong subject knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Teaching English Language and Literature

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in a secondary school

Job description

Assistant Head of English - Enfield - September Start - Secondary School

Assistant Head of English required for a mainstream secondary school (MPS/UPS + TLR). Start date: September. Location: London Borough of Enfield. Role: Teaching English and supporting the leadership of the English department.

Are you an ambitious English Teacher ready to take the next step into leadership?

Do you have the skills and drive to support curriculum development and raise standards across an English department?

Are you looking for a September start in a forward-thinking secondary school in Enfield?

If so, this Assistant Head of English role could be the ideal opportunity.

The Role - Assistant Head of English

A successful and inclusive secondary school in Enfield is seeking a motivated and ambitious Assistant Head of English to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced English teacher ready to progress into leadership within a supportive and high-performing department.

Working closely with the Head of English, you will help shape the curriculum, raise standards, and support staff and students across the department. You will teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching available for suitably qualified candidates.

The role includes lesson planning, assessment, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting the professional growth of colleagues. The school is looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, and a clear commitment to student progress and professional development.

The School - Assistant Head of English

This Enfield-based secondary school is known for its strong leadership, inclusive ethos, and high academic expectations. The English department is collaborative and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on sharing best practice and continuous improvement. The school offers excellent CPD opportunities, clear leadership development pathways, and a supportive environment for aspiring middle leaders. The school is well located with good transport links.

Apply today for this Assistant Head of English role or contact Nick at Qualiteach for further information.