Head of English


    First name*

    Last name*

    Email*

    Phone*

    Location*

    Upload your CV

    Website Active Recruitment

    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

    • 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.

      First name*

      Last name*

      Email*

      Phone*

      Location*

      Upload your CV