Head of English Department
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Cambridgeshire
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (including class teaching)
Also welcoming strong English Teachers and Deputy Heads of English seeking progression
We are working with an ambitious and rapidly improving secondary school in the Cambridgeshire area to appoint an exceptional Head of English. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and forward‑thinking leader to drive continued improvement in a thriving English department.
The school has undergone significant positive transformation in recent years, with notable improvements in teaching quality, behaviour, leadership capacity and pupil outcomes. As part of their next phase of development, the senior leadership team are seeking a passionate and strategic English specialist who can build on this momentum and lead the department into its next chapter.
To support potential applicants, the school is hosting a pre‑application visit day on Wednesday 18th March. Interested candidates are warmly invited to tour the school, meet the leadership team and gain a clear sense of the culture, values and vision.
The Role
The appointed Head of English will:
• Lead the English department with strategic and operational clarity
• Teach English across Key Stages (including GCSE and, where applicable, A‑Level)
• Drive high standards in curriculum, assessment and teaching practice
• Support and coach colleagues across the department
• Inspire students through excellent subject knowledge and creative pedagogy
• Contribute to whole‑school improvement and ongoing cultural development
This is a full‑time position that includes regular teaching responsibilities.
Who We Are Looking For
The school welcomes applications from:
• Experienced Heads of English
• Strong Deputy Heads of English ready for promotion
• Ambitious English Teachers seeking their first leadership post
Candidates must demonstrate:
• Strong subject knowledge and a deep passion for English literature and language
• A proven track record of improving outcomes and supporting high‑quality teaching
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• The ability to foster a collaborative, ambitious departmental culture
• A student‑centred approach rooted in high expectations and inclusivity
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• A school on a steep upward trajectory, with a genuinely warm and supportive culture
• Visible, engaged and forward‑thinking senior leadership
• A department ready for an inspirational leader to help shape the next stage of growth
• Opportunities for career development within a stable, well‑resourced environment
• An open invitation to visit on 18th March to see the improvements first‑hand
How to Apply
To register your interest or book a visit on 18th March, please contact our team. Early enquiries are strongly encouraged, especially for those seeking an Easter start.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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