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Deputy Head of English – Subject Leadership OpportunityM1 – UPS3 TLR 2CApril 2026 or September 2026 VNA Education is working with a high-performing secondary school to appoint an exceptional Deputy Head of English to play a key role in driving strategic subject leadership, curriculum excellence and sustained high outcomes.This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced English practitioner ready to step into senior subject leadership or further develop their impact within a large, successful department The Role:Provide strategic and operational leadership within the English departmentDrive curriculum design, implementation and evaluation across KS3 and KS4 (and potentially KS5)Secure consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessmentUse data and research to identify underperformance and drive improvementSupport, coach and develop colleagues, modelling outstanding practiceContribute to wider whole-school priorities and improvement planningThe ideal candidate:Qualified English teacher (QTS) with a strong record of classroom impactExperienced subject leader or aspiring leader ready for increased responsibilityDeep understanding of curriculum, assessment and subject pedagogyConfident in using data, research and evaluation to raise standardsCredible, collaborative leader with strong professional presenceClear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high expectationsVNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short-term and long-term opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment pr