Head of English
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 May 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2NB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ae469290-75fa-41ea-b2de-5c561cafd105 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
As Head of English, you will play a key role in driving excellence in teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, shaping curriculum innovation, and leading a team committed to helping every student achieve their potential.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Hold QTS and a relevant degree
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for English
• Have the skills and ambition to lead and develop a department
• Set high expectations and raise achievement for all learners
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
• Be committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre
• A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
• A professional leadership development coach
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
Commitment to safeguarding
Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
As Head of English, you will play a key role in driving excellence in teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, shaping curriculum innovation, and leading a team committed to helping every student achieve their potential.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Hold QTS and a relevant degree
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for English
• Have the skills and ambition to lead and develop a department
• Set high expectations and raise achievement for all learners
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
• Be committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre
• A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
• A professional leadership development coach
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
Commitment to safeguarding
Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.