Head of English

The Cornelius Vermuyden School, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9QS

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £47,199.00 - £61,223.00 Annually (Actual) Main PayScale/UPS + TLR 1A

Head of English job summary

We recognise how vital strong literacy skills are for students, both within school -enabling them to access the curriculum across all subjects - and beyond, helping to open doors to future opportunities, pathways and aspirations.

As such, we are seeking a leader with an ambitious vision for English, who is keen to build on our current provision and develop an enhanced offer for our students.

This will be an offer underpinned by high expectations, enabling students to explore texts and writing in new and engaging ways, while prioritising oracy and encouraging young people to articulate their ideas and opinions with clarity and confidence. This work will enable all of our students to achieve and succeed.

You will lead a team of passionate professionals, working collaboratively to ensure every student has the best possible learning experience. You will reflect, adapt and develop new approaches to teaching and learning, and offer further enrichment opportunities to give students a wider range of experiences. Through clear communication and mentoring, you will ensure all approaches support and sustain both the vision within the English Department and in the wider school community.

As a key member of our Middle Leadership Team, you will play a central role in driving our strategic vision and priorities. You will support and challenge staff to secure the very best outcomes for pupils, while helping to build a culture rooted in aspiration, inclusion and high standards.

About you

We are seeking someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Has experience working with pupils with a diverse range of abilities and needs.
• Leads with integrity, high expectations and a genuine belief that every child can succeed.
• Communicates clearly and confidently with pupils, staff and families.
• Understands that context informs decisions but does not define expectations or lower ambition

Seeing the school in action will give you a real sense of who we are and where we are heading and would encourage you to visit us. To arrange a tour or a conversation with the Headteacher, please contact the school office on 01268 685011 or admin@corneliusvermuyden.com.

We look forward to welcoming you to CorneliUS Vermuyden School. Click here to view our recruitment pack.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged.

Cornelius Vermuyden School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Cornelius Vermuyden School

• School type: Academies, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 727 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Cornelius Vermuyden School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-cornelius-vermuyden-school-canvey-island

Cornelius Vermuyden is a vibrant and distinctive learning community in which all students receive the support, challenge and encouragement that they need to become successful, confident and mature young people who are well-prepared for life beyond school. Located on a beautiful site on Canvey Island and easily accessible to all parts of Essex, Southend and London, the school provides a secure and happy environment for positive and exciting learning experiences.

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