Head of Learning Area English
| Posting date: | 01 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £59,213 to £65,188 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 October 2025 |
| Location: | SS17 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | School Staff Direct |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 34552-65641 |
Summary
We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Learning Area English to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Essex. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced English teacher with a proven record of raising achievement and a passion for developing both staff and students.
As Head of Learning Area, you will be responsible for driving excellence in teaching and learning across the English department. You will oversee curriculum design, assessment strategies, and staff development while ensuring students achieve their best in GCSE and A-Level English. Your leadership will help foster a culture of creativity, rigour, and high expectations throughout the department.
If you are a strong leader ready to take on the challenge of shaping English provision across KS3-KS5, this could be your perfect next step.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide leadership, direction, and management for the English department
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Oversee curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment across KS3-KS5
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Drive standards of teaching and learning, ensuring high achievement and progress
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Mentor and support colleagues to develop their professional practice
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Analyse student performance data to inform improvement strategies
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Foster a culture of reading, literacy, and a love for language across the school
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Contribute to whole-school leadership and strategic planning
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Ensure effective resource management within the department
Qualifications and Experience
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and degree in English or a related subject
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Proven experience teaching English at GCSE and A-Level with excellent outcomes
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Evidence of successful middle or senior leadership experience in a school setting
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Strong knowledge of curriculum and assessment frameworks
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Excellent communication and organisational skills
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Ability to inspire, challenge, and support staff and students alike
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Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
School Staff Direct is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing, in line with DfE guidance. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.
If this role excites you, please apply today or contact Karla at School Staff Direct for further information.
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