Head of English

Head of English - Bexley School - Excellent Behaviour & Results

Are you an experienced English Teacher or English ECT searching for a high-performing secondary school with excellent student behaviour and attainment?

An Outstanding school in the Inner London Borough of Bexley are searching for a Head of English to join the team. The school boasts Progress 8 results in the top 1% nationally, well behaved students, extensive pastoral support and lot's of bespoke CPD.

We are looking for a Head of English that can confidently teach and lead the English department of 12 teachers. As Head of English you will have a reduced timetable which can be catered to your preferences, i.e majority KS5.

Please read the full details of this Head of English position before applying:

JOB DESCRIPTION - HEAD OF ENGLISH

Head of English
Full time, permanent contract
Commencing in September 2026
Outer London Payscale
Competitive Offers of either MPS/UPS + TLR or Leadership ScalePERSON SPECIFICATION - HEAD OF ENGLISH

Qualified English Teacher / Head of English with UK QTS
Clear spoken and written English is essential
Recent 'Good' or 'Outstanding' observations
Experience teaching in a multicultural area with high PP desirable
Genuinely ambitious for all students to achieve their best, whether that's a C or A*SCHOOL INFORMATION - HEAD OF ENGLISH

High-performing, mixed secondary school 11-18
Top 1% for Progress 8 nationally
Excellent student behaviour and attainment
Strong pastoral team of teaching and non-teaching staff
Large, modern campus with great facilities including staff gym
Brilliant CPD and progression opportunities, with a track record of home-growing 90% of their current SLT and several other local Deputy Heads and Headteachers.
Based in Bexley, SE London. Great connections via tube, rail and bus.
Free parking on site too!If you're a qualified English Teacher / Head of English interested in this Head of English vacancy for September, please apply today.

If shortlisted, you will be confidentiality contacted within 12hrs to discuss the school in greater details before progressing your application to a visit or interview.

Head of English - Bexley School - Excellent Behaviour & Results

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