Director of Learning - English

Teaching Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education, Teaching Personnel, is seeking a Director of Learning – English for a high-achieving all-through school in Bexley, London. This full-time, permanent role involves strategic leadership of the English curriculum and mentoring staff to enhance teaching excellence. Ideal candidates will possess QTS and strong leadership experience, with a focus on improving student outcomes. A competitive salary is offered, along with additional benefits and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

Performance and Loyalty Bonus

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Pension Scheme (TPS)

Additional Trust Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Proven success teaching English at KS3, KS4, and ideally KS5.
• Experience in middle or senior leadership.
• A track record of raising student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the English department across the primary and secondary phases.
• Develop and deliver a high-quality, cohesive English curriculum.
• Monitor progress and implement intervention strategies to raise attainment.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching English

Strategic Planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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Director of Learning – English
Bexley, London

Are you an experienced and ambitious English teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

Teaching Personnel’s PWR team is working in partnership with a high-achieving all-through school in Bexley to appoint a Director of Learning – English. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity to lead and shape the English curriculum across the secondary phase.

Location: Bexley, London
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £61,707 - £70,873 (Outer London Leadership) + Performance and Loyalty Bonus + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Trust Benefits

About the Role:

As Director of Learning – English, you will be responsible for strategic leadership of the English department, driving standards of teaching and learning, and ensuring consistency and excellence across all key stages. This is a pivotal role in a forward-thinking school that prides itself on its inclusive, aspirational ethos.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the English department across the primary and secondary phases

Develop and deliver a high-quality, cohesive English curriculum

Support and mentor teaching staff, driving continual improvement

Monitor progress and implement intervention strategies to raise attainment

Contribute to whole-school strategy as part of the extended leadership team

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Proven success teaching English at KS3, KS4, and ideally KS5
Experience in middle or senior leadership
A track record of raising student outcomes
Vision, drive, and the ability to inspire both staff and students

If you’re an outstanding English practitioner ready to shape the future of English education in a dynamic all-through setting, apply now with your up-to-date CV. A PWR consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

REFERRAL BONUS AVAILABLE!
Refer a successful educator and receive up to £250! Get in touch for more info.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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