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English Head of Department (English HOD)Location: LambethStart Date: September 2025Contract: Permanent
Are you an ambitious and inspiring English HOD ready to make a real impact? A thriving secondary school in Lambeth is seeking a permanent English Head of Department to lead a successful, innovative, and forward-thinking English team from September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a current English HOD or an experienced English teacher looking to take the next step into departmental leadership. You will join a vibrant and supportive school community in the heart of Lambeth, where students are engaged, ambitious, and eager to learn.
The successful candidate will be an experienced classroom practitioner with a clear vision for outstanding English provision. As English HOD, you will lead curriculum development, drive academic outcomes, and support a dedicated team in delivering high-quality lessons across KS3 to KS5.
What We Offer:
- A permanent leadership position with the opportunity to shape the future of English in Lambeth
- A dynamic and inclusive school environment with strong pastoral and academic support
- Excellent CPD and career development opportunities within and beyond your role as English HOD
- Motivated students and a well-resourced department
- A committed & established SLT that values staff wellbeing and collaborative leadership
We Are Looking For:
- A passionate English HOD or ambitious English teacher ready to lead
- Strong subject knowledge and the ability to raise attainment at key stages 3 to 5.
- A strategic thinker who can lead curriculum planning, assessment, and staff development
- A reflective and resilient leader with a commitment to inclusive education
- A professional ready to contribute to whole-school improvement across Lambeth
This English HOD role is ideal for someone looking to embed excellence, drive innovation, and contribute to a school making a real difference in the Lambeth community.
