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Head of English

EdEx - Education Recruitment
Posted 8 hours ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Brentwood, Essex CM15 8TG, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading secondary school in Brentwood is seeking a Head of English for a permanent, full-time role starting September 2025.
  • The position offers a salary range from MPS3 to UPS3 plus TLR, reflecting the school's commitment to rewarding its staff.
  • Candidates must have UK QTS and experience managing diverse personalities within an educational setting.
  • This role involves leading a large team and driving progress in English for KS3-5, while fostering a supportive environment focused on teacher wellbeing.
  • The school, graded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, provides numerous professional development opportunities and encourages innovative teaching methods.

Head of English | Outstanding Secondary School | Brentwood

A forward thinking & leading Secondary School in the Borough of Brentwood are on the hunt for a Head of English for a September start. This is a permanent & full-time contract.

This outstanding school has an incredibly modern take on education which has seen a decrease in challenging behaviour and students egage and enjoy school. This is the perfect role for an innovative English teacher who is keen to take on a project you can make your own.

The school will provide you with full autonomy to shape the department and implement your own ideas to drive progress and KS5 uptake of English.

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Head of English
  • Leading a large team of English Teachers
  • Supportive SLT focussed on teacher wellbeing
  • KS3-5 (GCSE & A Level)
  • Manage multiple different personalities
  • September 25 - Permanent - Full Time
  • MPS3 - UPS3 + TLR
  • Located in the Borough of Brentwood

This "Outstanding" Secondary School is renowned throughout the Borough as bringing education to life and ensuring that all teachers think about the bigger picture for pupils & not just about exam results.

You'll be leading a large English Department made up of a cohort of Teachers ranging with the following backgrounds: Trainee Teachers, ECT, Teach First & experienced English Teachers.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

  • Must have UK QTS
  • You must be able to manage a range of personalities
  • Be able to motivate, inspire & drive standards throughout
  • Strong understanding of English curriculum
  • Outstanding expectations for yourself & fellow English Teachers

SCHOOL DETAILS

  • Graded "Outstanding" in latest Ofsted report
  • Leading Teacher Training School
  • Well above average GCSE & A Level results
  • Modern ethos throughout
  • High numbers of EAL & SEN
  • Fast paced environment
  • Plenty of CPD opportunities
  • Located in the Borough of Brentwood

This Head of English opportunity will allow you to both grow / develop a fantastic curriculum, while work alongside some fantastic practitioners.

Future leadership opportunities are always available, with the school having multiple awards for CPD & Investment in their own people.

If you are interested in this Head of English opportunity, visits to the school can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Head of English opportunity by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted).

Head of English | Outstanding Secondary School | Brentwood

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.