Head of English Faculty
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
The role presents an excellent opportunity for a seasoned educator to lead a faculty in a supportive environment aimed at high student achievement.
- Strong leadership role within an established faculty.
- Opportunity for professional development with a trust.
- Emphasis on high performance and student outcomes.
Pros
- Lead a strong faculty with a commitment to student success.
- Potential for career development within a supportive trust.
- Impressive facilities and community engagement.
Cons
- Requires commitment to high expectations from staff and students.
- May involve considerable administrative duties.
Who it's for
Mid to Senior Level • In-person
Good fit
- Qualified English teachers with leadership aspirations.
- Educators dedicated to student achievement.
- Those interested in a dynamic educational environment.
Not recommended for
- Less experienced teachers without leadership experience.
- Candidates looking for roles with minimal responsibilities.
- Individuals not focused on high standards.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Head of English Faculty
Salary to include TLR £9,475.00
Permanent
Full Time - required from September 2018
Opportunity
This is an ideal opportunity for a proven Head of Department or suitably experienced second in department to lead a strong faculty in our successful school. We are seeking a team member who wishes to make a significant contribution, not only in their Faculty but also within the leadership of the wider school. This is an exciting time to lead this successful faculty.
The candidate must:
· have high expectations
· want to work within a school where we are ambitious for all our students whatever their abilities and where we recognise that staff development and teamwork is paramount.
As Netherhall School is part of The Anglian Learning Trust, there is the potential for wider career opportunities and development should the applicant be interested.
Vibrant working environment
Our central belief is that great schools recruit and retain great teachers and leaders. You will be joining an ambitious, vibrant and supportive working environment. You will be working with outstanding colleagues who are passionate about their subject specialism and pedagogy and who show extraordinary commitment and dedication to the young people in their care, as well as bring hugely supportive of each other.
We offer:
· A successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with a flourishing Sixth Form
· Impressive subject facilities
· A vibrant, supportive community with friendly colleagues and students
· Situated in Cambridge – a centre of excellence
· Cross Trust developmental opportunities
This is an exciting time to consider joining our outstanding learning community and we look forward to receiving your application.
To apply for this position please download an application pack from the school website www.netherhall.org or contact Debbie Pickering, PA to the Principal on dpickering@netherhallschool.org
Only application forms with a covering letter accepted
Application deadline – Monday 5th March, 12 noon
The school has a clear commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding Children.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS Check.
