## Head of English### We are searching for the best education professionals* Head of EnglishFast Apply# Head of EnglishEmployerLocation: Radstock, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: MPS-UPS + TLR1bPosted: 10th March 2026Start Date: 1st September 2026Expires: 20th March 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1538265Job Reference: 2025-26023Start Date: 1st September 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1538265* Share :**Head of English Required September 2026 Full time, permanent role - MPS/UPS + TLR1b**We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational and highly motivated Head of English to join our dedicated team of English teachers with a track record of exceptional results. This post is for a permanent full-time position from September 2026. The successful candidate will be working within a friendly and supportive team situated in a modern, purpose-built English block with excellent facilities.Our school is highly successful and oversubscribed, with EBacc entries well above the national average, and successful results for students, whether they are disadvantaged, SEND or Gifted and Talented. We value the development of the whole child, and encourage students to take part in a wide range of co-curricular activities. Outdoor education is very popular with our students, and we usually have a large proportion of Y10 participating in the Bronze DofE award, with many progressing to the higher awards. We also run a range of trips each year, both abroad and in the UK, culminating in a popular 'activities week' at the end of the year.Norton Hill is part of the Midsomer Norton School Partnership (MNSP), a growing Multi Academy Trust where Norton Hill has a reputation for innovation in teaching & learning and leads the way on secondary English strategy, including curriculum, assessment, monitoring and intervention.**Successful applicants will:*** Have an infectious passion and enthusiasm for their subject* Be committed to exceptional standards of teaching and learning* Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve their best* Establish and develop excellent relationships with students and staff* Help maintain outstanding results in the English department* Contribute to our core vision and values**We can offer you:*** A school with outstanding behaviour and safety for all* Excellent facilities for teaching and learning* Leading Edge professional development to support and improve your leadership skills in preparation for further promotion* An emphasis on core traditional values of good manners, engagement and high academic achievementNorton Hill serves Midsomer Norton, Radstock and the surrounding rural area where there is an abundance of attractive and affordable housing. The school is on the edge of the Mendips but close to Bath, Bristol, Frome and Wells.**Closing date: Friday 20th March at 9am Interviews: w/c Monday 23rd March**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Norton Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Norton Hill SchoolPart of### Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership #J-18808-Ljbffr