Head Of English

Wayman Education; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An Outstanding girls' school in Enfield seeks an inspirational Head of English for a permanent, full-time role starting this September. You will shape the English curriculum, lead a dedicated team, and foster a love for literature in students. The position offers competitive pay and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous TLR allowance

Excellent professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Specialism in English Language and Literature
• Experience teaching at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5
• Leadership or second-in-department experience

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering engaging English lessons
• Leading and managing the English department
• Fostering critical thinking and creativity in students

Skills

Strong communication skills

Effective team leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Are you an inspirational and visionary English Teacher with a passion for literature and language, ready to lead a thriving department? An Outstanding girls' school in Enfield is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join their faculty as Head of English for a permanent, full-time position this September. This is a brilliant opportunity to shape the English curriculum, lead a dedicated team, and foster a deep love for reading and writing in students.

What you'll be doing:

• You'll be designing and delivering engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (A-level).
• As Head of English, you will lead, manage, and develop the department, overseeing curriculum design, assessment, and the professional development of your team.
• It's about fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and creative expression in a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a specialism in English Language and Literature.
• Proven experience teaching English effectively at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Significant experience in a leadership or second-in-department role within an English department.
• A deep understanding of the English curriculum and a commitment to innovative teaching methods.
• Strong communication skills, effective team leadership abilities, and a genuine ability to inspire a love of English.

Why join this school? This Outstanding school offers a competitive salary, a generous TLR allowance for the Head of Department responsibility, and excellent professional development opportunities. Lead a team of passionate educators in a school with a strong reputation for academic excellence and a supportive, vibrant community in Enfield.