Head of English Department

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Healthcare benefits

Pension fund

Leadership training

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for Head of the English Department at a respected Durban secondary school. The role leads curriculum, mentors teachers, and promotes literacy and critical analysis to foster student excellence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in English/Linguistics/Education, with 6+ years of teaching and 2+ years in leadership, driving curriculum development, assessment, and literary culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English Literature, Linguistics, or Education.
• At least 6 years of teaching English with 2+ years in leadership.
• Strong curriculum development and instructional leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for literature and its role in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor English department staff.
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of the English curriculum.
• Ensure engaging English language and literature instruction.
• Monitor student progress and implement interventions.
• Organize departmental events and competitions.
• Manage departmental budget and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Instructional leadership

Team management

Literature expertise

Education

Master's degree in English Literature, Linguistics, or Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded secondary school located in Durban , is actively seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to serve as the Head of the English Department . This leadership position involves overseeing the English curriculum, managing a team of English teachers, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional instruction that promotes literacy and critical analysis skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a vibrant literary culture within the school and guiding departmental initiatives. This role is perfect for an educator with a passion for literature and a proven ability to inspire both students and staff in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor English department staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the English curriculum across all relevant grade levels.
• Ensure the delivery of engaging and effective English language and literature instruction.
• Monitor student progress, identify areas for improvement, and implement targeted interventions.
• Organize departmental events, such as literary festivals, debating clubs, and writing competitions.
• Manage departmental budget and resources efficiently.

Requirements

• Master's degree in English Literature, Linguistics, or Education.
• At least 6 years of teaching experience in English, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or Head of Department role.
• Demonstrated success in curriculum development and instructional leadership.
• Strong understanding of literacy development and critical thinking strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A passion for literature and its role in education.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and leadership premium.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and pension fund.
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and leadership training.
• A supportive and collegial school community dedicated to excellence.