• Head of English and Drama
• Private Sixth Form College
• September 2025
• London

Connaught Education is proud to be working in partnership with one of London's leading and most successful private sixth form colleges to appoint a Head of English and Drama on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2025.

The college is among the capital's most prestigious independent schools, specialising in delivering Key Stage 4 and 5 curricula to small, highly motivated classes. Academic results are consistently outstanding, with students progressing to the top universities in the UK, including Oxbridge.

This post offers the opportunity to lead a thriving and dynamic department that combines both English and Drama. The successful candidate will oversee the continued growth and success of the department, ensuring that examination outcomes remain of the highest standard.

The appointed Head of English and Drama will be a highly accomplished educator, holding a strong academic degree in a relevant subject, with a proven track record of outstanding examination results. Ideally, candidates will also have prior experience of departmental leadership.

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• A generous salary and benefits package
• Small class sizes, enabling a focus on high-quality teaching and learning
• Ongoing support from Directors of Studies, who provide year-round pastoral and academic support to students and liaise with parents and guardians on behalf of teaching staff
• A supportive, informal working environment and bespoke professional development opportunities
• Guaranteed Income Protection covering 75% of salary (less state benefits)
• Life Assurance providing a benefit of four times annual salary
• Enrolment into an Aviva pension scheme
• Access to Salary Extras, offering discounts on cinema tickets, leisure activities, and major retailers

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an inspiring English and Drama specialist to lead a flourishing department within one of London's foremost independent colleges on a permanent basis.

To apply, please submit your application via the advertisement or contact Liam Mucklow at Connaught Education directly.

Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.