Head of English Location: Hertfordshire Salary: MPS5 to UPS3 plus TLR Job Type: Full Time Start Date: September Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per year INTERVIEWS BEFORE 31ST MAY 2026 (RESIGNATION DATE) Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. We are looking to appoint a passionate and driven Head of English to lead a committed department and continue building on a strong foundation of teaching and learning. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced English teacher ready to step into leadership, or an existing Head of Department seeking a fresh challenge. You will have the autonomy to shape the curriculum, support your team, and make a real impact on outcomes, while working within a school that values both high standards and staff wellbeing. As Head of English, you will lead by example in the classroom and beyond. You will support and develop your team, ensuring consistently strong teaching, while also creating a culture where both staff and students feel motivated and supported to succeed. The school has a clear focus on raising achievement, but equally places importance on a calm, purposeful working environment where teachers can focus on what matters most. We are a forward-thinking and well-organised school with systems in place to reduce unnecessary workload. Staff are trusted as professionals and given the space to teach effectively. Our commitments include: • Additional PPA (four periods per ..... full job details .....