Head of Department - English
Location: Braintree, Essex
Salary: Competitive (TLR available, dependent on experience) + Teachers' Pension Scheme
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Inspire, Lead, and Transform - Take the Lead as Head of Department for English in a Thriving Secondary School
Are you an experienced and ambitious English teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the passion and vision to lead a successful department and drive outstanding outcomes in English across all key stages?
Our client, a high-achieving mixed secondary school for students aged 11-18 in Braintree, Essex, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head of Department - English to join their leadership team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a talented department within a school that values creativity, critical thinking, and a love of literature and language.
About the Role:
As Head of Department - English, you will lead and manage the department to ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and achievement. You will oversee curriculum planning, assessment, staff development, and enrichment opportunities, helping to foster a culture of excellence in English across KS3, KS4, and potentially KS5.
You will play a key role in shaping the future of English education at the school and be part of a forward-thinking leadership team committed to driving continuous improvement.
What Our Client Offers:
* A supportive and ambitious school culture with a focus on high expectations
* A strong and well-resourced English department
* Opportunities for leadership development and further progression
* Enthusiastic and engaged students with a passion for learning
* A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth
* A vibrant enrichment programme including debating, creative writing, and theatre trips
What They're Looking For:
* A qualified English teacher with QTS and a strong track record of success
* Experience of leading or contributing to departmental improvement
* Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to inspire both staff and students
* A strategic thinker with strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills
* A commitment to inclusive education and closing the attainment gap
If you're ready to lead a core subject in a supportive and forward-thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.
To Apply:
Please send your CV to
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