Head of
English – Melbury College
An exciting opportunity to inspire, innovate and make your mark across
five specialist education settings.
Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London) + TLR
2.1 + SEN 1 (subject to pay review)
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Location: Melbury College, London
Borough of Merton
Closing date: 16th November
2026 at 9am
Interviews: To be confirmed
Start date: January/April 2027
This is no ordinary Head of English role.
Are you an inspiring English teacher
with the passion, creativity and ambition to make a real difference? Are you
ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, or an experienced
subject leader looking for a fresh and rewarding challenge?
At Melbury College, we are looking for
an enthusiastic, forward-thinking and inspirational Head of English to lead and
shape secondary English education across our five diverse specialist settings.
This is a unique opportunity to
influence teaching and learning across our provision, working with talented and
dedicated colleagues to develop an ambitious, inclusive and engaging English
curriculum that meets the needs of young people with a wide range of abilities,
experiences and educational pathways.
Our pupils may have experienced
significant barriers to education, but we believe passionately that these
should never limit their aspirations or potential.
We are looking for someone who shares
that belief.
The opportunity
As Head of English, you will play a key
strategic role in developing and strengthening English provision across
Melrose, Whatley, Canterbury, Lavender and Worsfold House/Bespoke.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Shape and lead an ambitious, creative and inclusive secondary English
curriculum across our specialist settings. - Inspire and support colleagues, sharing expertise and developing
consistently high-quality teaching. - Champion literacy, reading and communication, helping young people
develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed. - Develop innovative approaches to engaging pupils with diverse needs,
including SEND, SEMH and medical needs. - Drive improvements in assessment, achievement and accreditation,
recognising and celebrating progress from individual starting points. - Work collaboratively with campus Headteachers and senior leaders to
influence the future direction of English across Melbury College.
This is a role that combines strategic
leadership with hands-on teaching, offering the opportunity to see the impact
of your work directly in the classroom.
Why join Melbury College?
At Melbury, we know that exceptional
education begins with exceptional people. We are proud of our welcoming,
supportive and collaborative culture, where staff are encouraged to be
creative, take initiative and develop professionally.
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Melbury College is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff
are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject
to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with
children’s barred list information and other pre-employment checks in accordance
with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Online searches may be undertaken on
shortlisted candidates as part of our safer recruitment procedures.
Melbury College is an equal
opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds
and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels
valued, respected and supported.
Early applications are encouraged, as
Melbury College reserves the right to close the vacancy and appoint a suitable
candidate at any stage of the recruitment process.
Melbury College – Building Relationships. Inspiring Resilience.
Unlocking Potential.
