Head of English – KS3-5 Lead, Pension & PD

ASTON EDUCATION; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary academy in Lewisham is seeking a Head of English to lead a robust English department. The role involves strategic oversight across key stages and promoting a positive learning culture. Ideal candidates will have QTS/QTLS and an understanding of language and literature. Salary ranges from £40,317 to £62,496, plus additional benefits. This is a full-time, permanent role with excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Teachers' pension

Free parking

Excellent professional development programme

Lifestyle and discount savings

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Headspace app

Secondment Opportunities

Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Experience leading an English department in a secondary school.
• Ability to set challenges across all abilities.
• Understanding of what makes excellent quality of education in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English department and strategic oversight of KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Promote a positive school culture.
• Set challenges for all abilities within lessons.

Skills

Strong understanding of language and literature

Ability to teach English to all key stages

Experience with Gifted & Talented, SEN, and Assessment for Learning initiatives

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

A secondary academy in Lewisham is seeking a Head of English to lead a robust English department. The role involves strategic oversight across key stages and promoting a positive learning culture. Ideal candidates will have QTS/QTLS and an understanding of language and literature. Salary ranges from £40,317 to £62,496, plus additional benefits. This is a full-time, permanent role with excellent professional development opportunities.