Head Of Year - English

Prospero Teaching

  • Braintree, Essex
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job descriptionHead of English – BraintreeStart Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Braintree, EssexAre you an outstanding English teacher ready to lead and inspire a team? Are you passionate about raising achievement and delivering a rich, engaging curriculum?We are seeking a motivated and experienced Head of English to join our vibrant and ambitious secondary school in the Braintree area from September 2025. This is a key leadership role, perfect for someone with the vision and drive to lead our English department to continued success.About the Role:
  • Lead the strategic development of the English department, including curriculum planning and assessment.
  • Inspire and manage a team of English teachers to deliver outstanding teaching and learning across KS3 and KS4 (and KS5, if applicable).
  • Monitor student progress and implement interventions to ensure all learners achieve their potential.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to support whole-school improvement and literacy initiatives.
What We’re Looking For:
  • A qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS) with a strong background in teaching English at secondary level.
  • Proven leadership experience or the readiness to step into a leadership role.
  • A passion for literature, language, and creative teaching.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • A commitment to inclusion, student success, and professional development.
What We Offer:
  • A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
  • A dedicated and collaborative department.
  • Ongoing CPD and opportunities for career progression.
  • A modern learning environment with excellent resources.
  • A welcoming school community with a focus on both academic and personal growth.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact as part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.To apply or to find out more, please contact .We look forward to hearing from you!Contract/Position Details:About ProsperoProud to be listed in the Times as one of 'The Best Companies To Work For', Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.

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