Head of English – Independent Day & Boarding School – Staffordshire

A highly regarded independent day and boarding school in Staffordshire is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Head of English to lead its well-established department. Educating pupils aged 1118 the school is known for academic excellence outstanding pastoral care and a rich co-curricular programme.

English is a cornerstone subject within the schools academic profile. GCSE and A-Level outcomes are consistently strong with a significant proportion of pupils achieving top grades and progressing to competitive university courses in English Law History and the Humanities. The department has a reputation for intellectual ambition lively discussion and high expectations.

The Role

As Head of English you will provide strategic leadership and academic direction across Key Stages 35. You will oversee curriculum design assessment staff development and enrichment ensuring the department continues to thrive academically and culturally.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading and line managing a team of English teachers
Teaching English Literature and Language across GCSE and A-Level
Driving curriculum innovation and scholarship
Overseeing academic results and intervention strategies
Promoting a strong culture of reading writing and debate
Contributing to wider school leadership and co-curricular life

The school values leaders who combine academic rigour with warmth clarity and vision.

The English Department

The department is established collaborative and academically ambitious. Schemes of learning are thoughtfully sequenced balancing canonical literature with diverse and contemporary texts.

Department features include:

Dedicated English classrooms within a central academic block
Access to a well-stocked library and research resources
Regular theatre visits author talks and literary enrichment
Small class sizes particularly at A-Level

Sixth Form students benefit from seminar-style teaching allowing for in-depth analysis and independent interpretation.

The School

Set within attractive Staffordshire grounds the school combines heritage buildings with modern teaching facilities. Class sizes are small behaviour is exemplary and relationships between staff and pupils are respectful and collegiate.

The school places strong emphasis on:

Academic scholarship and intellectual curiosity
Character development and leadership
Extensive co-curricular participation
Professional growth and autonomy for staff

Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team competitive remuneration and a vibrant school community.

Who Were Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Hold QTS (or equivalent) with a strong academic background in English
Have significant experience teaching GCSE and A-Level
Demonstrate proven middle or senior leadership capability
Inspire both staff and students through subject expertise
Lead curriculum innovation while maintaining high standards

This role would suit an experienced English leader ready to shape the departments next stage of development within a prestigious independent setting.

Whats On Offer

Competitive independent sector salary
Small highly engaged classes
Strong departmental autonomy
Access to excellent facilities and enrichment opportunities
A respected Staffordshire independent school environment

This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented English specialist to lead a high-performing department within an academically distinguished school.