Head Of English
Posted a day ago
- Braintree, Essex
- Permanent
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
Job Title: Head of English
Location: Braintree, Essex
Setting: Mainstream Secondary School
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive – Paid to Scale
Additional Benefits: Excellent transport links and on-site parking
An Exciting Leadership Opportunity Awaits
Active Recruitment is working with a well-regarded and forward-thinking secondary school in Braintree, Essex as they seek to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Head of English to lead a dedicated team starting September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional who is passionate about English education and ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the strategic vision of the English department and driving exceptional outcomes for students.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of English
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Leading, inspiring, and managing the English department to deliver outstanding teaching and learning
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Overseeing curriculum planning and ongoing development to ensure it meets the needs of all learners
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Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to ensure high levels of achievement
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Supporting the professional growth of department staff through coaching and development
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Collaborating with senior leadership and other departments to support whole-school priorities
*
Playing an active role in the school’s strategic direction as part of the wider leadership team
The School Offers:
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A welcoming and supportive environment committed to staff wellbeing and development
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Access to state-of-the-art teaching resources and excellent facilities
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Tailored CPD opportunities to support your continued professional growth
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Free on-site parking and excellent public transport access
If you are an enthusiastic and visionary English specialist ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your leadership career with a school that values innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence.
Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity
Location: Braintree, Essex
Setting: Mainstream Secondary School
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive – Paid to Scale
Additional Benefits: Excellent transport links and on-site parking
An Exciting Leadership Opportunity Awaits
Active Recruitment is working with a well-regarded and forward-thinking secondary school in Braintree, Essex as they seek to appoint a dynamic and inspiring Head of English to lead a dedicated team starting September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional who is passionate about English education and ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the strategic vision of the English department and driving exceptional outcomes for students.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of English
*
Leading, inspiring, and managing the English department to deliver outstanding teaching and learning
*
Overseeing curriculum planning and ongoing development to ensure it meets the needs of all learners
*
Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to ensure high levels of achievement
*
Supporting the professional growth of department staff through coaching and development
*
Collaborating with senior leadership and other departments to support whole-school priorities
*
Playing an active role in the school’s strategic direction as part of the wider leadership team
The School Offers:
*
A welcoming and supportive environment committed to staff wellbeing and development
*
Access to state-of-the-art teaching resources and excellent facilities
*
Tailored CPD opportunities to support your continued professional growth
*
Free on-site parking and excellent public transport access
If you are an enthusiastic and visionary English specialist ready to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your leadership career with a school that values innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence.
Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity