Head of English Department in Ipswich, Suffolk

Head of English Department

📍 Ipswich, Suffolk
💰 £46,590 - £65,356 (MP1-UP3 + TLR1 £12,521)
📅 Start Date: January 2027
📑 Permanent | Full-Time

Inspire Excellence. Lead a Thriving English Department.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and inspirational English specialist to lead a successful, dedicated and high-performing English department. We are seeking an outstanding practitioner with the vision, expertise and drive to help students achieve their full potential while shaping the future direction of English across the school.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or current middle leader looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and values-driven environment.

The Role

As Head of English, you will:

• Lead and manage the English department across Key Stages 3-5.
• Take responsibility for curriculum development and strategic leadership of English throughout the school.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning.
• Raise standards of attainment and achievement.
• Monitor student progress and implement effective intervention strategies.
• Inspire, support and develop colleagues within the department.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school as a Form Tutor. 

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is:

✅ A qualified teacher with QTS
✅ Passionate about delivering exceptional English lessons
✅ Able to teach English to A Level (preferred)
✅ An effective leader who can motivate and develop a team
✅ Committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for students
✅ An excellent communicator with strong organisational skills
✅ Dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment 

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Motivated students who are eager to learn.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A strong culture of collaboration, support and high expectations.
• The chance to make a significant impact on student achievement and the future direction of the English curriculum.

Apply Today

If you are an exceptional English teacher with the passion and leadership skills to drive continued success, we would love to hear from you.