Head of English
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £180.00 to £230.00 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 March 2026 |
| Location: | SW7 2AZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HEADOFENGLISH-260219-4630 |
Summary
Head of English — Drive Excellence at Prestigious Central London School
Step into a career-defining opportunity as Head of English at a renowned Kensington and Chelsea secondary school. Join an award-winning faculty, inspire talented students, and transform English learning across the key stages. This role isn’t for the ordinary — it’s for a visionary Head of English ready to lead innovation, set unparalleled standards, and elevate outcomes for diverse, high-achieving pupils. If you’re a bold, aspirational educator who thrives on challenge, real influence, and creative freedom, this is your moment.
As Head of English, you will be immersed in an ambitious environment committed to academic brilliance, holistic growth, and best-in-class teaching. You’ll collaborate with inspiring colleagues, benefit from advanced resources, and be at the forefront of English curriculum development. Expect rapid professional growth, unrivalled CPD, and the chance to shape policy, pedagogy, and pupil success. Our culture is vibrant, respectful, and forward-thinking — an exceptional stage for professional excellence.
Key Highlights:
• Prestigious Head of English post with curriculum-wide influence
• Pay range: From £180 • £230 Per Day, reflecting proven achievement
• Outstanding location: Leading mixed comprehensive in Kensington and Chelsea
• School graded Ofsted ‘Outstanding’: progressive, inclusive, and community-focused
• Market-leading CPD, rapid internal progression, research-led teaching
• Designed for impact-driven, UK-trained English specialists (QTS required)
• Beautiful modern campus, dedicated department budget, unrivalled resources
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Leading and developing a dynamic English department across all key stages
• Driving outstanding attainment, progress, and passion for English among students
• Mentoring and coaching colleagues, inspiring a shared vision of excellence
• Overseeing innovative curriculum design, assessment, and intervention strategies
• Collaborating with senior leaders to set, achieve, and exceed whole-school literacy targets
• Embedding enrichment, competition, and culture into English provision
Ideal "Head of English" for this Kensington and Chelsea School:
• UK-trained English specialist with QTS, proven department leadership experience
• Record of driving exceptional progress in mixed-ability settings
• Consistently ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ references, with clear classroom impact
• Skilled communicator and team leader with evidence of curriculum innovation
• Relentlessly ambitious, emotionally intelligent, and deeply committed to student progress
• Inspiring, knowledgeable, and motivated to make a measurable difference
Why Join This Kensington and Chelsea School?:
• First-choice destination for staff development and accelerated career growth
• Supportive, collegiate team with ambitious, engaged learners
• Empowering culture where initiative and creativity are celebrated
• Access to cutting-edge technology, resources, and enrichment partnerships
• Inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do
• Genuine opportunity to leave a legacy on a flagship London school
Shape the future of English education as Head of English in Kensington and Chelsea. This is an unmatched opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire in a school where your expertise and vision will be celebrated. Early applications advised — secure your future today.
Step into a career-defining opportunity as Head of English at a renowned Kensington and Chelsea secondary school. Join an award-winning faculty, inspire talented students, and transform English learning across the key stages. This role isn’t for the ordinary — it’s for a visionary Head of English ready to lead innovation, set unparalleled standards, and elevate outcomes for diverse, high-achieving pupils. If you’re a bold, aspirational educator who thrives on challenge, real influence, and creative freedom, this is your moment.
As Head of English, you will be immersed in an ambitious environment committed to academic brilliance, holistic growth, and best-in-class teaching. You’ll collaborate with inspiring colleagues, benefit from advanced resources, and be at the forefront of English curriculum development. Expect rapid professional growth, unrivalled CPD, and the chance to shape policy, pedagogy, and pupil success. Our culture is vibrant, respectful, and forward-thinking — an exceptional stage for professional excellence.
Key Highlights:
• Prestigious Head of English post with curriculum-wide influence
• Pay range: From £180 • £230 Per Day, reflecting proven achievement
• Outstanding location: Leading mixed comprehensive in Kensington and Chelsea
• School graded Ofsted ‘Outstanding’: progressive, inclusive, and community-focused
• Market-leading CPD, rapid internal progression, research-led teaching
• Designed for impact-driven, UK-trained English specialists (QTS required)
• Beautiful modern campus, dedicated department budget, unrivalled resources
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Leading and developing a dynamic English department across all key stages
• Driving outstanding attainment, progress, and passion for English among students
• Mentoring and coaching colleagues, inspiring a shared vision of excellence
• Overseeing innovative curriculum design, assessment, and intervention strategies
• Collaborating with senior leaders to set, achieve, and exceed whole-school literacy targets
• Embedding enrichment, competition, and culture into English provision
Ideal "Head of English" for this Kensington and Chelsea School:
• UK-trained English specialist with QTS, proven department leadership experience
• Record of driving exceptional progress in mixed-ability settings
• Consistently ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ references, with clear classroom impact
• Skilled communicator and team leader with evidence of curriculum innovation
• Relentlessly ambitious, emotionally intelligent, and deeply committed to student progress
• Inspiring, knowledgeable, and motivated to make a measurable difference
Why Join This Kensington and Chelsea School?:
• First-choice destination for staff development and accelerated career growth
• Supportive, collegiate team with ambitious, engaged learners
• Empowering culture where initiative and creativity are celebrated
• Access to cutting-edge technology, resources, and enrichment partnerships
• Inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do
• Genuine opportunity to leave a legacy on a flagship London school
Shape the future of English education as Head of English in Kensington and Chelsea. This is an unmatched opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire in a school where your expertise and vision will be celebrated. Early applications advised — secure your future today.