Job Description
Head of English | Newham | September 2026
A high-performing secondary school in Newham is seeking a Head of English from September 2026. This is a permanent opportunity for an experienced English Teacher to lead a successful department across KS3–KS5, taking full responsibility for curriculum, outcomes and staff development within a well-established academic setting.
Head of English – September 2026 | Newham
Inner London salary £40,317–£62,496 (MPS/UPS + TLR)
The successful candidate will:
• Hold UK QTS and an English-related degree
• Have a proven record of strong pupil outcomes at GCSE and A-Level
• Demonstrate the ability to lead, manage and develop a team effectively
• Maintain high expectations for achievement across all key stages
This school achieves consistently strong results, with a Progress 8 score above +0.4 and over 75% of students achieving grade 4+ in English GCSE, alongside a strong proportion attaining grades 7–9. A-Level outcomes are equally secure, with students progressing to competitive university courses. Systems for assessment, feedback and curriculum delivery are clearly embedded, allowing leaders to focus on sustained improvement.
In this role, you will:
• Lead curriculum planning with clear sequencing from KS3 to KS5
• Oversee assessment, intervention and progress tracking across the department
• Drive improvements in attainment through targeted academic strategies
• Develop teachers, including ECTs, through coaching and structured support
You will benefit from:
• Fully resourced schemes of work and centralised planning
• A collaborative department with shared moderation and consistent practice
• Dedicated curriculum time for reading, writing and oracy development
• Access to leadership CPD and subject-specific training
• Strong uptake and performance at both GCSE and A-Level
If you are an experienced English Teacher ready to step into a Head of English role in Newham from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to lead within a school with strong outcomes and a clear strategic direction.
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