- Gloucestershire, South West England
- Permanent
- £40,000 to £60,000 /Yr
- Standard
- Expires In 25 days
Head of English - SEN School
Location: Rudgeway, Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 or sooner by negotiation
Are you a passionate and experienced English teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a role where you can shape curriculum, lead a team, and make a meaningful impact on learners with special educational needs?
Randstad is proud to be supporting a specialist SEN school in Rudgeway, Bristol, in the search for a Head of English to lead and develop their English department.
This is a rare and rewarding opportunity to combine subject leadership with purpose-driven teaching, helping students with a range of learning needs thrive academically and personally.
The Role:
As Head of English, you will:
Lead the strategic planning, delivery, and evaluation of the English curriculum across the school.
Teach English to students aged 11-16 with a variety of SEN profiles, including autism, ADHD, and moderate learning difficulties.
Manage and mentor English staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing department.
Adapt and differentiate teaching to meet the individual needs and EHCP targets of each pupil.
Monitor student progress and ensure effective assessment and reporting systems are in place.
Work closely with SLT to contribute to whole-school improvement and SEN best practice.
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Minimum of 7 years' teaching experience, ideally including work in an SEN or inclusive setting
Strong leadership, organisational, and interpe#####al skills
A deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of working with c#####ren with SE#####p>
Experience with differentiated instruction and literacy in#####ention stra#####es
A genuine passion for inclusive education and learne#####ntred appro#####s
£40,000 - £60#####, based on experience
Supportive and committed senior leadership team
Ongoing CPD an#####portunities for career progression
Small class sizes and excellent te#####ng assistant support
A values-driven school community that pu#####upils' well#####ng and development first
Beautiful semi-rural location in Rudgeway, just outside of Bristol - easily accessible by car and public transpor#####>#####class="" data-start="2833" data-end="2863">
This is more than just a leadership role - it's a chance to transform how students experience English and communication in a supportive SEN environment. If you're ready to lead with purpose, inspire with passio#####nd create m#####ngful change, we want#####hear from y#####/p>
Apply today to become the Head of English at this exceptional SEN school in Rudgeway.