Head of English

Head of English

The Head of English leads the English Department and plays a key role in shaping a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning experience for students across the school. This role focuses on supporting and mentoring teachers, strengthening teaching practice, and ensuring the English curriculum promotes strong literacy, communication skills, and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide, mentor, and coach English teachers to support their professional growth and classroom practice

• Lead the development and review of curriculum plans, ensuring alignment with international standards

• Model effective, student‑centred teaching strategies and facilitate collaborative planning across the department

• Oversee assessment practices to ensure fairness, consistency, and meaningful feedback for students

• Use data and observations to identify strengths, areas for development, and opportunities for instructional improvement

• Promote a positive departmental culture rooted in collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvement

• Coordinate department meetings, professional learning, and shared resource development

• Contribute to whole‑school literacy initiatives and cross‑departmental projects

• Teach a reduced timetable to stay connected to classroom practice and model high‑quality instruction

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Teaching qualification and a degree relevant to English or literacy education

• Experience teaching English in an international or multicultural school setting

• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, or support other teachers

• Strong understanding of curriculum development and effective literacy instruction

• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with international curricula

• Previous departmental or team leadership experience

• Training in instructional coaching, professional learning frameworks, or student‑centred pedagogies

Growth and Culture

The Head of English joins a collaborative international school community that values professional development, reflective practice, and the shared goal of helping every student thrive. This role offers opportunities to shape teaching practice, guide a dedicated team, and contribute to ongoing school‑wide improvement.