City of London Freemen's School - Head of English

Summary

An exciting opportunity for an existing or Head of English to join our Department here at Freemen’s School in Ashtead. We seek to appoint a full time, permanent or interim (two-term) Head of Department for January 2027, to teach a full timetable comprised of KS3-KS5 classes. The successful candidate will possess an avidity for language and literature, be capable of leading a team and inspiring students and can set and deliver long-term strategic goals in line with the school’s mission and aims.

Detail

Head of English – Full Time

Required January 2027

An exciting opportunity for an existing or Head of English to join our Department here at Freemen’s School in Ashtead.

We seek to appoint a full time, permanent or interim (two-term) Head of Department for January 2027, to teach a full timetable comprised of KS3-KS5 classes. The successful candidate will possess an avidity for language and literature, be capable of leading a team and inspiring students and can set and deliver long-term strategic goals in line with the school’s mission and aims.

Salary will be determined according to qualifications and experience. The City of London Freemen’s School operates its own salary scale which is substantially above the national pay scales.

For further details of this post and to download an application pack, please visit the School’s website Work with us | City of London Freemens School,. Please send a completed application form and a covering letter to the Headmaster, by email to CLFS-Recruitment@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Application deadline is 9am on 6th October. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews that will take place on 13th October.

The School retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process. Early applications are encouraged.

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

A no smoking policy is in operation.