Head of English

Smart Teachers are working in partnership with one of the largest secondary schools in the country who are seeking to appoint a Head of English with a view to start from September 2025.

About the role

They are seeking an exceptional and inspirational leader to take on the role of Head of English, starting in September 2025. This is a unique opportunity to shape the vision and direction of the English Department and make a significant impact on the academic success and personal development of our students.

About the school

This is a leading secondary school and sixth form located in the vibrant borough of Redbridge, Greater London. With a proud tradition of academic excellence, we are committed to providing an inclusive and aspirational learning environment for over 2,500 students. Our diverse and dynamic school community is dedicated to fostering creativity, resilience, and lifelong learning

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Head of English you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for the English Department, setting high expectations for teaching and learning
• Develop and implement innovative and engaging schemes of work that inspire a love of literature and language
• Promote enrichment opportunities, including extracurricular activities, competitions, and trips, to enhance students’ experiences
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a degree in English or a related field
• A passion for English literature and language, with a desire to instil this enthusiasm in others

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable experience in a leadership post

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email daniel.uwaifo@smartteachers.co.uk.