Head of English and Languages

Dukes Education Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent college in Cardiff is seeking a Head of English & Languages to lead a vibrant department. The role focuses on managing a team teaching subjects including English Literature and multiple foreign languages. The successful candidate will demonstrate a creative approach to academics and a passion for education. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds to enhance the college's rich culture. Interviews scheduled for mid-January 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to deliver English Literature to A Level.
• Experience with other languages and subjects is a plus.
• Proven track record of teaching excellence in a high-achieving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English & Languages department.
• Manage a team and ensure high-performance standards.
• Engage and inspire students with a variety of academic subjects.

Skills

Creative teaching methods

Leadership

Passion for education

Ability to engage students

Education

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Cardiff Sixth Form College invites applications for the post of Head of English & Languages.

This opportunity comes at the most exciting period in the history of the college as we look to relocate to brand new, purpose-built premises in Cardiff Bay from September 2026. Cardiff Sixth Form College has led the UK independent school league tables for A Level results for over a decade and has big plans for the future. The Head of English & Languages will be central to achieving the strategic objectives of the college.

The successful candidate will be a creative and dynamic practitioner, keen to lead a high-performing and dedicated team. The Head of English & Languages leads and manages a large department offering a suite of examined and non-examined subjects across key stages 4-5. These currently include French, German, Mandarin, Cantonese and Russian; English for Academic Purposes; Critical Speaking and the Extended Project Qualification. The ability to deliver English Literature to A Level and both English Language and English Literature to IGCSE would be an advantage but other specialisms will be considered. The college takes pride in its super-curricular programme which enhances and extends the intellectual horizons of our students and we value the contribution our teachers make to this.

Our vision is to be recognised as the best academic school inthe world. All of our teachers play a key role in fulfilling that vision by contributing to a culture of high achievement, intellectual rigour and exceptional teaching and learning. We seek to appoint professionals who are passionate about education and keen to engage and challenge highly academic students.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with an exceptional team to teach and inspire some of the brightest young people in the country.

Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We celebrate our diversity and welcome interest from individuals with protected characteristics.

Interviews will be taking place week commencing 12/1/2026 and 19/1/2026.