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Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for your next role teaching Head of English in a school located in Southwark?

Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with this Client, a highly regarded boys' secondary school in Southwark, to appoint an exceptional Head of English on a permanent, full-time basis from September.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and experienced English practitioner to lead a successful department and play a key role in driving outstanding teaching and learning across the school. The successful candidate will be passionate about English education, committed to raising achievement and capable of inspiring both students and colleagues to achieve excellence.

This Client is a well-established secondary school with a strong academic reputation and a commitment to providing a high-quality education within a supportive and inclusive environment. Ofsted inspectors recognised the school as a place where pupils are well supported and encouraged to achieve highly. The report highlighted strong leadership, effective safeguarding, positive behaviour and attitudes to learning, and a culture where students feel safe and valued. Inspectors also praised the ambitious curriculum and the school's commitment to helping pupils develop both academically and personally.

The Role

As Head of English, you will:

* Lead and manage the English department, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.
* Develop and implement a strategic vision for English across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
* Monitor and evaluate student progress, implementing effective intervention strategies where required.
* Support, coach and develop members of the English team.
* Drive improvements in attainment, progress and student outcomes.
* Lead curriculum planning, assessment and quality assurance within the department.
* Ensure high-quality teaching practices are embedded across the team.
* Contribute to whole-school leadership initiatives and improvement planning.
* Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Qualifications Required

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* A degree in English or a closely related subject.
* Evidence of successful middle or senior leadership experience within an English department.
* Strong knowledge of the English curriculum and assessment frameworks.
* Evidence of continued professional development.

Person Specification

* An outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising attainment.
* Strong leadership and management skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Passionate about English education and student achievement.
* Ability to inspire, motivate and develop colleagues.
* Strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills.
* Commitment to inclusion, equality and safeguarding.
* High expectations of behaviour, attendance and academic standards.
* Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, parents and governors.

Benefits of Working at This Client

* A supportive and experienced senior leadership team.
* Excellent opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
* A strong culture of professional learning and collaboration.
* Well-resourced classrooms and learning facilities.
* Comprehensive staff wellbeing initiatives.
* Engaged and respectful students who value their education.
* Access to high-quality training and development programmes.
* A commitment to staff success and professional growth.

Location and Transport Links

Located in Southwark, this Client benefits from exceptional transport connections. The school is within easy reach of Waterloo, Blackfriars and Southwark stations, providing access to National Rail services, the Jubilee Line, Bakerloo Line, Northern Line, Waterloo & City Line, District and Circle Lines. Numerous bus routes also serve the local area, making commuting convenient from across London and the surrounding regions.

Salary: London MPS/UPS

M1 - M6 Salaries are aligned to experience within the Main Pay Range. Teachers typically progress annually from M1 through to M6, UPS requires formal application. TLR payments made for agreed, sustained additional duties outside of regular teaching.

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: September

Interviews are to be arranged immediately.

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

* Competitive and transparent recruitment support.
* Access to a wide range of permanent and leadership opportunities across London.
* Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process.
* Expert interview preparation and career guidance.
* Unlimited access to National College free CPD courses.
* Ongoing support and professional advice throughout your teaching career.

The school will conduct interview(s) once CVs are short listed so don't delay in applying for this role.

To find out about this role and other similar teaching opportunities contact (url removed), Business Manager, directly for further information