Head of English

EdEx - Education Recruitment; Ilford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

EdEx - Education Recruitment is seeking a Head of English across East London secondary schools for a January 2027 start. This permanent, full-time role blends high-quality teaching with strategic leadership to raise attainment and drive school improvement.

You will lead curriculum, assessment and staff development, with TL R responsibilities and a clear path to senior leadership for an ambitious educator.

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS and strong academics across the board (Degree, A Levels, GCSEs).
• Proven track record of strong teaching and raising attainment.
• Ready to lead staff, model best practice and drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum, assessment, intervention and staff development.
• Drive improvement across the wider school and work with SLT.
• Inspire pupils and staff as part of middle leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Staff coaching

Data-driven pedagogy

Education

UK QTS

Honours degree in English or equivalent

Job description

Across East London EdEx are working with multiple high-achieving Secondary Schools who are on the hunt for a Head of English for a January 2027 start. This is a permanent, and full-time contract.

The Head Teacher is looking for a high-performing Head of English who can not only deliver strong classroom practice, but also drive improvement across the wider school. This role comes with genuine middle leadership responsibility and is perfect for a teacher ready to step up or an experienced teacher keen for a fresh challenge.

The schools are well invested in the Education sector, with clear systems, strong mentoring and genuine scope for progression into senior leadership. You will be joining a team that values curriculum thinking, staff development and consistency.

Experienced teachers can take on responsibility for curriculum, assessment, intervention, staff coaching and subject or phase leadership. There is genuine scope here for somebody who wants to make an impact quickly.

Does this sound like the Head of English for you? If so, please read on below to find out further information!

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Head of English
• Inspiring and motivating pupils and staff
• Working alongside a team of fantastic teachers and middle leaders
• TLR opportunity with responsibility for curriculum, assessment, intervention and staff development
• Perfect for an experienced teacher looking for the next natural step in leadership
• January 2027 start - Full Time & Permanent
• Located across East London

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Must have UK QTS
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• A proven track record of strong teaching and raising attainment
• Must be ready to lead staff, model best practice and drive improvement
• Must be willing to listen to feedback and work closely with SLT

SCHOOL DETAILS

• Graded 'Good' / 'Outstanding' in recent Ofsted inspections
• Modern & creative facilities throughout
• Impressive Progress 8 results / strong pupil outcomes
• Impeccable behaviour throughout the school
• Plenty of additional support from strong middle leaders and pastoral teams
• Good transport links across East London
• Carpark onsite at many schools