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Head of English

Head of English

Tes Schools Recruitment

East Yorkshire

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Salary:
UPS plus TLR / Leadership Scale (Very Competitive)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Jan 2020 / Easter
Apply by:
19 October 2019

Job overview

Head of English required for a friendly and supportive Secondary Academy based in East Yorkshire.


Tes is currently seeking an ambitious Head of English for a well-renowned and recently rated GOOD school seeking to appoint a Head of English that has fresh ideas to develop their fantastic English Department.

The role will include managing the delivery of English at KS3, GCSE and A-level across year groups 7 to 13. You will support the Senior Leadership Team, enhancing provision and school curriculum to ensure learners receive the best chance at attaining that all-important Grade 4 or above.

The school has a fantastic and friendly ethos and you will benefit from an SLT mentor and fantastic peer support. The current department comprises of TA's, classroom practitioners and key stage coordiantors/2I/C professionals to help support you in your role. Perfect for aspiring second in charge or key stage coordinators looking for their next step into Leadership.


The school wants to hear from passionate Middle Leaders who have experience in delivering engaging lessons. The school want to bring back the magic to English and the arts and want to hear from you!


The school is offering:

  • a supportive environment allowing you to progress and develop as a senior leader including NPQSL/NPQH
  • ongoing CPD opportunities 
  • a competitive benefits package with London weighting


The school expects:

  • a UK teaching qualification such as PGCE/PGDE, SCITT, BEd or MEd with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • a relevant BA in English or a related subject
  • previous experience of delivering English up to A-level, engaging and stretching pupil ability


Please call Tom Nutley on  0776 700 1965 or drop an email to tom.nutley@tes.com for further information. 

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