Head Of English

Job Title: Head of English

Location: Bexley, South East London

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) + TLR + £1,500 Allowance + Benefits

A high-achieving and forward-thinking secondary school in the Bexley area is seeking to appoint an ambitious and experienced Head of English. This is an exciting opportunity for a current middle leader or an outstanding English Teacher ready to step into leadership, overseeing a successful department and driving excellence across KS3‑KS5. You will play a key role in shaping a broad, engaging, and ambitious English curriculum, ensuring students develop strong literacy skills, critical thinking, and a genuine love for reading and language.

• Lead and manage the English department across KS3‑KS5
• Deliver high-quality English teaching and model outstanding practice
• Drive student progress, attainment, and curriculum development
• Monitor teaching standards and support staff development
• Line manage and mentor members of the English team
• Contribute to whole‑school improvement and strategic planning

• Strong academic performance and a clear focus on improvement
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• A culture of high expectations, consistency, and strong behaviour systems
• Access to a wide professional network across multiple schools
• High‑quality CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Modern facilities and a well‑resourced English department
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work‑life balance

• Holds QTS and a relevant English degree
• Experience teaching English across KS3‑KS5
• Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and assessment
  
  Evidence of raising attainment and improving outcomes
• A passion for literacy and student achievement
• Ability to inspire, lead, and develop a team

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.