Head of English

We are looking to appoint an outstanding teacher, leader and administrator as Head of English in the Senior School with responsibility for overseeing the continued development of the subject. This role isavailable with a start date of September 2026 or January 2027. The Head of Department is accountable for the progress of the pupils, the quality of the teaching within lessons, the behaviour, attainment and progress of pupils within lessons, and the reporting of pupils’ progress to parents. The successful applicant will be able to teach a diverse range of techniques and processes. Applicants should have excellent organisational and time-management skills, and enjoy leading and working as part of a team, with an ability to provide effective guidance and support to all colleagues. About Us Sutton Valence School (SVS) has been inspiring pupils since 1576. Our greatest strength is our community. Staff, pupils and parents enjoy mutual respect and kinship that allows each individual to embark on a unique educational journey; a journey fuelled by self-confidence, hard work and high academic standards. It is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School for ages two to 18 and a member of various organisations such as HMC, BSA, IAPS and ISBA. It is a School with a great heart that values individuality and ensures that every pupil enjoys their own, unique journey through formative years of their education. The Senior School is located in the beautiful traditional village of Sutton Valence in Kent. It currently has 560 pupils (11-18), with around 20% boarding either part or full time. The Prep School - just a few minutes’ drive or a short walk down a lovely track – has around 260 students aged 2-11 between its three phases – Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep. Benefits Benenden healthcare membership Fitness facilities Fee remission Free school meal Free parking EV scheme And more! Closing date: 3rd June 2026. We welcome early applications, and we may interview candidates and appo