TLR Available: Head of English – Prestigious School – Suffolk

Perham Education Partnership; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious co-educational school in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Head of English to lead its high-achieving English department. This position offers excellent leadership opportunities and career progression in a supportive environment dedicated to academic excellence and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experienced English Teacher with leadership experience.
• Ability to teach from KS3-KS5.
• QTS qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a strong English department and ensure outstanding teaching.
• Provide career progression opportunities and foster growth in staff.
• Support the development of students in a high-achieving school.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Education

PGCE

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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TLR Available: Head of English – Prestigious School – Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

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Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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· Head of English required to start from Easter 2025 - TLR Available!
· Prestigious Co-ed school with a high-achieving English department
· Excellent leadership opportunity with career progression

Our client is seeking a Head of English for a prestigious 11-18 mixed school near Suffolk. The successful candidate will lead a strong and successful English department, ensuring outstanding teaching and learning across KS3-KS5.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced English Teacher with leadership experience or an aspiring leader ready to take the next step. The department is well-resourced and benefits from a supportive SLT and CPD opportunities.

School Information

· High-achieving school with outstanding behaviour and motivated students
· State-of-the-art facilities and a dedicated leadership team
· Located in a vibrant area with excellent transport links
· A strong ethos of support, collaboration, and professional development

The school has a Good Ofsted rating, with consistently excellent English results. It is committed to academic excellence and personal growth, fostering an engaging and supportive environment for both students and staff.

Experience and Qualifications

· English Teacher with leadership experience, ideally at HOD or Second in Charge level
· Ability to teach from KS3-KS5
· Legal right to work in the UK
· A formal teaching qualification with QTS (i.e. PGCE)

Application

To be considered for this Head of English position, please submit your CV as soon as possible.