Head of English
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £220.00 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | E8 1DY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HEADOFENGLISH-260302-6508 |
Summary
Head of English | Lead Excellence in an Ambitious Hackney Academy
Are you ready to redefine what’s possible as a Head of English? Join a thriving Hackney secondary school where your vision and expertise will energise English teaching, inspire staff, and transform outcomes for every student. This is an incredible opportunity for an astute, ambitious leader to shape a forward-thinking department, collaborate with dynamic colleagues, and leave a legacy in a school committed to academic and creative excellence. Ready for a career-defining move? This school is seeking an innovative, inspirational Head of English who elevates the entire English faculty and believes in the power of bold, inclusive education.
As Head of English here, you’ll gain unparalleled experience in an environment that values academic ambition, cutting-edge teaching practices, and whole-child development. The school’s ethos celebrates diversity, creativity, and a restless pursuit of excellence—offering abundant CPD, leadership progression, and state-of-the-art facilities. You’ll work with an engaged, collaborative team and enjoy genuine autonomy to lead, innovate, and pursue your professional goals. Join a community that nurtures future leaders and believes every student deserves the richest English curriculum possible.
Key Highlights:
• Prestigious Head of English role with whole-school impact
• Salary up to £220 per day DOE – exceptional earning potential
• Highly accessible Hackney location in an Outstanding academy
• Extensive, expertly led CPD, coaching, and advanced qualification pathways
• Opportunity for rapid progression within a Trust known for promoting ambitious talent
• Perfect for Good/Outstanding English teachers with strong leadership aspirations
• Cutting-edge resources: creative suites, digital media labs, vibrant library & study hubs
What You'll Be Doing:
• Driving a rich, rigorous English curriculum that inspires every learner
• Coaching and developing a team of passionate English teachers
• Leading innovative literacy and reading strategies school-wide
• Analysing attainment data to boost progress and close achievement gaps
• Building partnerships with literacy charities, authors, and educational networks
• Modelling best practice in teaching, assessment, and curriculum design
• Organising whole-school events, competitions, and trips that bring English to life
Ideal "Head of English" for this Hackney School:
• UK-trained, qualified teacher with QTS
• Impeccable track record of Good or Outstanding classroom practice
• Dynamic departmental or faculty leader—experienced, or a talented 2iC ready to step up
• Academic innovator with outstanding communication skills and relentless ambition
• Proven impact on progress, attainment, and whole-school English priorities
• Energetic mentor who inspires and sustains high standards in every colleague
Why Join This Hackney School?:
• Outstanding-rated school with a culture of continual achievement and inclusion
• Pioneering English department that influences Trust-wide best practice
• Forward-thinking SLT who invest in your ideas, growth, and aspirations
• Students who are aspirational, enthusiastic, and truly value literature
• Supportive, collaborative staff body and robust departmental networks
• Generous resources, enrichment budgets, and your own tailored leadership CPD
This is your chance to lead an English department that’s renowned for creativity and exceptional results—supported by visionary leadership and passionate colleagues in Hackney. Applications close soon, so step forward now to redefine English learning for future generations.
Are you ready to redefine what’s possible as a Head of English? Join a thriving Hackney secondary school where your vision and expertise will energise English teaching, inspire staff, and transform outcomes for every student. This is an incredible opportunity for an astute, ambitious leader to shape a forward-thinking department, collaborate with dynamic colleagues, and leave a legacy in a school committed to academic and creative excellence. Ready for a career-defining move? This school is seeking an innovative, inspirational Head of English who elevates the entire English faculty and believes in the power of bold, inclusive education.
As Head of English here, you’ll gain unparalleled experience in an environment that values academic ambition, cutting-edge teaching practices, and whole-child development. The school’s ethos celebrates diversity, creativity, and a restless pursuit of excellence—offering abundant CPD, leadership progression, and state-of-the-art facilities. You’ll work with an engaged, collaborative team and enjoy genuine autonomy to lead, innovate, and pursue your professional goals. Join a community that nurtures future leaders and believes every student deserves the richest English curriculum possible.
Key Highlights:
• Prestigious Head of English role with whole-school impact
• Salary up to £220 per day DOE – exceptional earning potential
• Highly accessible Hackney location in an Outstanding academy
• Extensive, expertly led CPD, coaching, and advanced qualification pathways
• Opportunity for rapid progression within a Trust known for promoting ambitious talent
• Perfect for Good/Outstanding English teachers with strong leadership aspirations
• Cutting-edge resources: creative suites, digital media labs, vibrant library & study hubs
What You'll Be Doing:
• Driving a rich, rigorous English curriculum that inspires every learner
• Coaching and developing a team of passionate English teachers
• Leading innovative literacy and reading strategies school-wide
• Analysing attainment data to boost progress and close achievement gaps
• Building partnerships with literacy charities, authors, and educational networks
• Modelling best practice in teaching, assessment, and curriculum design
• Organising whole-school events, competitions, and trips that bring English to life
Ideal "Head of English" for this Hackney School:
• UK-trained, qualified teacher with QTS
• Impeccable track record of Good or Outstanding classroom practice
• Dynamic departmental or faculty leader—experienced, or a talented 2iC ready to step up
• Academic innovator with outstanding communication skills and relentless ambition
• Proven impact on progress, attainment, and whole-school English priorities
• Energetic mentor who inspires and sustains high standards in every colleague
Why Join This Hackney School?:
• Outstanding-rated school with a culture of continual achievement and inclusion
• Pioneering English department that influences Trust-wide best practice
• Forward-thinking SLT who invest in your ideas, growth, and aspirations
• Students who are aspirational, enthusiastic, and truly value literature
• Supportive, collaborative staff body and robust departmental networks
• Generous resources, enrichment budgets, and your own tailored leadership CPD
This is your chance to lead an English department that’s renowned for creativity and exceptional results—supported by visionary leadership and passionate colleagues in Hackney. Applications close soon, so step forward now to redefine English learning for future generations.