Head of English

Teaching Personnel; Orpington; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading teaching agency is seeking a Head of English for a high-performing all-through school in Orpington. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £53,731 - £58,893 and includes a variety of benefits. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead the English department, focusing on curriculum development and staff management in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Performance & Loyalty Bonus

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)

Trust Benefits

Excellent professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 teaching desirable.
• Proven classroom success in teaching English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic and day-to-day management of the English department.
• Monitor and analyze pupil progress and attainment data.
• Drive the strategic direction of the English department.

Skills

Leadership capacity

Teaching success in English

Strong subject knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Head of English

Orpington, London (Borough of Bexley)
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available)
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £53,731 - £58,893 (Outer London Leadership Scale 1-5)
+ Performance & Loyalty Bonus | Wellbeing Cash Plan | TPS Pension | Trust Benefits

Are you an experienced and driven Maths teacher looking to step into a key leadership role?

Teaching Personnel’s PWR team is proud to be working in partnership with a high-performing all-through school in Orpington to appoint a Head of English. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious practitioner to lead the strategic development of the English department.

About the Role:

As Head of English, you will lead the strategic and day-to-day management of the English department, setting a clear vision for excellence in teaching, learning, and student achievement. You will be responsible for developing a cohesive and ambitious curriculum, ensuring high standards across all key stages, and fostering a culture of continual improvement. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to make a significant impact on pupil outcomes and staff development.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a rich and ambitious English curriculum across all key stages

Drive the strategic direction of the English department, ensuring alignment with whole-school priorities

Line manage and support English staff through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance development

Monitor and analyse pupil progress and attainment data to inform teaching strategies and interventions

Lead departmental self-evaluation and contribute to whole-school improvement planning and policy development

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong subject knowledge and proven classroom success in teaching English
Experience teaching across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
Evidence of leadership capacity or current middle leadership responsibility
A commitment to raising standards and promoting a culture of high expectations

What the School Offers:

A leadership role in a successful, inclusive, and forward-thinking all-through school

Excellent professional development and leadership training opportunities

A supportive and collaborative department with a focus on innovation and impact

A comprehensive benefits package including:

Performance & Loyalty Bonus

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)

Additional Trust Benefits and career progression pathways

Apply Today:
If you’re an outstanding English teacher ready to take on a leadership challenge in a high-achieving environment, submit your CV now. A specialist PWR consultant from Teaching Personnel will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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