Head of English
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: MPS5 to UPS3 plus TLR
Job Type: Full Time
Start Date: September
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per year
INTERVIEWS BEFORE 31ST MAY 2026 (RESIGNATION DATE)
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. We are looking to appoint a passionate and driven Head of English to lead a committed department and continue building on a strong foundation of teaching and learning.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced English teacher ready to step into leadership, or an existing Head of Department seeking a fresh challenge. You will have the autonomy to shape the curriculum, support your team, and make a real impact on outcomes, while working within a school that values both high standards and staff wellbeing.
As Head of English, you will lead by example in the classroom and beyond. You will support and develop your team, ensuring consistently strong teaching, while also creating a culture where both staff and students feel motivated and supported to succeed. The school has a clear focus on raising achievement, but equally places importance on a calm, purposeful working environment where teachers can focus on what matters most.
We are a forward-thinking and well-organised school with systems in place to reduce unnecessary workload. Staff are trusted as professionals and given the space to teach effectively. Our commitments include:
• Additional PPA (four periods per week)
• No formal or graded lesson observations
• No unnecessary data entry or written reports
• Only two formal assessment points per year
• Whole-class feedback approaches, with minimal marking
• No cover expectations
• No break or lunchtime duties
Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, not just a statement. You’ll be joining a supportive team with a strong sense of collaboration and shared purpose. In addition, staff benefit from:
• High-quality CPD and clear progression opportunities
• A supportive leadership team that values staff voice
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme contributions
• Access to an employee benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Virtual GP access
• Eye care vouchers
• Salary sacrifice childcare scheme
Qualifications for Head of English
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience working in a UK secondary school
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
To apply for this Head of English, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Head of English role now and will be interviewing ASAP.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Head of English, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Head of English candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Head of English post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply for this Head of English opportunity by sending your CV to Alison at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Head of English role within 48 hours.
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Head of English