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Head of English

Head of English

William de Ferrers School

Essex

  • £28,000 - £43,685 per year
  • Quick apply
  • Expired
Salary:
TLR 1c.2 £14732.00
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Easter 2023
Apply by:
30 January 2023

Job overview

ASPIRE, PERSEVERE, ACHIEVE

Applications are invited for the post of Head of English at the William de Ferrers School. We are looking to appoint an inspirational leader to play a key role in leading our English department who have a strong ethos of collaboration and support. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and experienced department in a warm and supportive school which values the contributions and ideas of all stakeholders and strives for high achievement for all its pupils.

Why work for William de Ferrers School?

  • We have a senior leadership team that encourage innovation from heads of departments and that offers unwavering support and guidance
  • We have a highly supportive and willing team of established English teachers
  • We have students who appreciate the support and investment of teachers
  • We offer comprehensive CPD opportunities 
  • We have a dedicated administrative support team
  • We provide excellent networking opportunities with other schools


Ofsted rated William de Ferrers a ‘Good School’ in December 2018. Our English department was instrumental in achieving this outcome. We are committed to giving the highest standards of education for the young people in our care. We encourage all staff to contribute their ideas to improve the school. 

Visits or telephone calls to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mrs Clarkson, PA to the headteacher on 01245 326305 or headspa@wdf.school who will be happy to arrange a visit for you. 

Please apply to the Headteacher using the school application form as soon as possible but before noon on Monday 30 January 2023. Please note that we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date so early applications are welcomed. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time.

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About William de Ferrers School

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+44 1245 326 326

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About Our School:

William de Ferrers School is based in the centre of South Woodham Ferrers, a riverside town on the north bank of the River Crouch. The school is approximately 14 miles from the city of Chelmsford, with good rail links to London Liverpool Street. 

The school is housed in a purpose built community complex which is unique in Essex, benefiting from excellent accommodation and extensive grounds. 

The school was rated 'good'  by Ofsted in December 2018.

William de Ferrers currently has a seven form entry with the main pastoral organisation based on a year system. Great importance is attached to high standards of conduct, dress, attitude and work. A large percentage of students stay on to join the sixth form and year 12 and 13 students are an integral part of the whole school, they make a valuable contribution to the life of the school supporting younger students across a wide range of activities.

The school is proud of its highly motivated, hard working and committed staff and runs an extensive induction scheme. We offer a wide range of CPD opportunities for all staff which encourages them to be able to continually provide an enhanced service to the school community. 

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