Head of Faculty - English

Lead a high-performing English Faculty and shape outstanding outcomes for every student.

As Head of Faculty - English at Orion Eden Park, you will provide strategic leadership for the English department, driving excellence in teaching, learning, curriculum development and student achievement. You will lead and support a team of teachers, champion high standards, and use data-informed approaches to secure strong outcomes for all students.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will be responsible for curriculum planning, quality assurance, staff development and the implementation of effective intervention strategies. You will play a key role in fostering a culture of ambition, academic success and continuous improvement, ensuring every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and aspirational middle leader to make a significant contribution to a school that is committed to improving outcomes, transforming lives and enabling social mobility.

Closing Date: 20 November 2026, 11:59pm

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged.

Orion Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.