Head of department jobs in East of England

Head of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
St Albans School, Hertfordshire
This is an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified RPE teacher or existing Head of Department with a proven track record in delivering high-quality teaching up to A Level, looking to develop their academic leadership skills.

Director of Music
St Cedd's School, Essex
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Director of Music to lead our thriving Music Department. A fantastic opportunity for an excellent teacher and musician to build upon the high-quality and renowned musical education at St Cedd's School.

Head of Geography
The Perse School, Cambridgeshire
The Perse School is looking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring teacher of Geography to take responsibility for the curriculum in this large, highly regarded and vibrant department.

Head of Business & Economics
The Beaulieu Park School, Essex
A Truly Exceptional Career Opportunity at The Beaulieu Park School Are you looking for a school where you can really teach?

Head of Technology and Subject Lead for Food Technology
The Ramsey Academy, Essex
We are a team who put the students at the centre of everything we do but also take the opportunities we can offer to develop their careers and fulfil their aspirations. We have a clear aim for our students and staff to ‘Achieve Excellence Together'.

Head of Pre-Prep
Aldwickbury School, Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Aldwickbury School seeks to appoint a passionate, inspirational, and outstanding leader as Head of Pre-Prep from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work in partnership with an ambitious team and forward-thinking Governing Body.

Head of Finance
Merchant Taylors' School, Hertfordshire
Merchant Taylors’ School is recruiting a Head of Finance from August 2025 to succeed the current post-holder who is retiring.
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Head of Assessment Delivery
Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Cambridgeshire
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced assessment professional to apply their skills and knowledge to a wide range of projects in a dynamic and supportive team.
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Director of Assessment Standards
Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Cambridgeshire
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

Head of Music
The Stanway School, Essex
Lead our vibrant Music Department at Stanway, where you'll find purpose-built, modern classrooms equipped with two cutting-edge teaching spaces and a spacious ensemble room perfect for orchestras and larger groups.

Head of Department - Biology
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding practitioner to lead our Biology Department. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the Biology curriculum and teaching and learning of Biology from Years 7 to 13.

Head of Department - Chemistry
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding practitioner to lead our Chemistry team. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the Chemistry curriculum and teaching and learning of Chemistry from Years 7 to 13.

Head of Department - Physics
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding practitioner to lead our Physics team. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the Physics curriculum and teaching and learning of Physics from Years 7 to 13.

Head of Department Geography
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are looking for an educator and leader with the vision, grit, and academic acumen to support and develop the Learning Area’s success.

Head of Department Art
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are looking for an educator and leader with the vision, grit, and academic acumen to support and develop the Learning Area’s success.

Head of Learning Area - Science, and member of the Extended Leadership Team
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding leader and practitioner who is ready to join the Extended Leadership Team and lead this crucial learning area.

Head of Learning Area – Expressive Arts and Technology, and member of Extended Leadership Team
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding leader and practitioner who is ready to join the Extended Leadership Team and lead this crucial learning area.

Head of Learning Area - Humanities, and member of Extended Leadership Team
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding leader and practitioner who is ready to join the Extended Leadership Team and lead this crucial learning area.

Head of Learning Area, Modern Foreign Languages, and member of Extended Leadership Team
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
We are seeking an outstanding leader and practitioner who is ready to join the Extended Leadership Team and lead this crucial learning area.

Head of Learning Area – Mathematics, and member of Extended Leadership Team
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA), Thurrock
Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other.