Head of English

Head of English – Independent School – Hampshire – September 2025 Start

Are you an experienced English teacher ready to take the next step into leadership? We are supporting a well-regarded independent secondary school in Hampshire in their search for a full-time Head of English to start in Autumn 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dynamic English specialist to lead a growing department and play a key role in shaping the English curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

The Role:

As Head of English, you will:

Lead the English department with strategic vision and subject expertise
Teach across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 (GCSE and A-Level English)
Deliver high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge all learners
Foster a love of English through creative planning, engaging content and enrichment activities
Monitor progress using data to inform teaching and drive improvement
Support and develop teaching colleagues within the department
Champion inclusive education – experience working with SEND pupils is essential
The School:

This is a thriving, non-selective independent school known for its inclusive ethos, small class sizes, and strong commitment to personalised learning. Pupils benefit from excellent pastoral support, a nurturing environment, and a curriculum that celebrates individuality and creativity.

This Head of Department role is ideal for an ambitious English teacher with proven leadership experience, or a current second-in-department ready to step up.

What We’re Looking For:

QTS and a degree in English or a related subject
Strong track record of success teaching English at KS3–KS5
Experience of working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEND)
Inspirational leadership and curriculum planning skills
A collaborative approach and high expectations for all students
A desire to contribute to whole-school development and extra-curricular life
Why Apply Through Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency. We support educators at every stage of their career, matching teachers and leaders to rewarding roles in schools across the country. Our consultants provide ongoing support, personalised job matching, and access to CPD opportunities.

This is a permanent teaching role starting in September 2025, based at a forward-thinking school in Hampshire – easily commutable from areas such as Basingstoke, Winchester, Andover, and surrounding locations.

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic English teacher looking for a Head of English job in Hampshire for Autumn 2025, apply now to take the next step in your teaching career. Join a school where your leadership will make a lasting difference to pupils and the wider school community.

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