16 Department Heads jobs in the United Kingdom

This is your opportunity to join a niche legal practice with a strong local presence and a loyal client base. Heading up a small residential property team with panel membership you will be working with the business owner to support the growth of this department.

With strong ties to local estate agents, lenders and referrers, you'll manage your own varied caseload from start to finish, covering ever.

Head of Media - Full-Time, Permanent (Main Pay Scale + TLR)

Start Date: September | Location: West Sussex | Suitable for experienced teachers
Are you a passionate educator and creative visionary ready to lead the charge in shaping the next generation of media-makers?
This thriving secondary school is seeking a Head of Media to spearhead its ambitious and expanding Media Department. With a strong fou.

Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Location: Braintree, Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a dynamic and passionate MFL teacher ready to lead a dynamic department? Are you excited by the opportunity to shape language learning across Key Stages 3 to 5 and inspire a love for languages to young people?

We are seeking an o.

Head of English - Braintree

Start Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Braintree, Essex

Are you an outstanding English teacher ready to lead and inspire a team? Are you passionate about raising achievement and delivering a rich, engaging curriculum?

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Head of English to join our vibr.

Head of English - Essex – M3 – UPS3 - September Start - Permanent

***Head of English - Essex

***Head of English - Long-term to permanent

***Head of English - September Start

***Head of English – Experienced Teachers

Are you a qualified Head of English?

Do you have experience as a Head of English?

Are you a qualified teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity?

If so, this is the role for you!

Head of English - The Role

This school is looking for a Head of English to join their department and maintain their strong work ethic and teamwork skills. For this Head of English role, the school ideally would like someone with experience as a Head of English. This is a full-time, long-term to permanent role starting September.

Head of English - The School

This secondary school is based in Essex. The school provides education for children from the age of 11 up to 18. This school is known to have an enthusiastic, positive environment for both staff and students alike. The school holds high expectations for their staff. The school offer on-site parking as well as strong transport links for those that would be commuting via public transport. The successful applicant will need to be available September. The school require you to have an extensive knowledge of the curriculum and be able to cater to the different learning needs within the class and styles of learning. They would also like the candidate to be able to land on their feet within the role.

If this Head of English role is for you, APPLY Now, or contact Lewis at TLTP.

Head of MFL - Essex – M3 – UPS3 - September Start - Permanent

***Head of MFL - Essex

***Head of MFL - Long-term to permanent

***Head of MFL - September Start

***Head of MFL – Experienced Teachers

Are you a qualified Head of MFL?

Do you have experience as a Head of MFL?

Are you a qualified teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity?

If so, this is the role for you!

Head of MFL - The Role

This school is looking for a Head of MFL to join their department and maintain their strong work ethic and teamwork skills. For this Head of MFL role, the school ideally would like someone with experience as a Head of MFL. This is a full-time, long-term to permanent role starting September.

Head of MFL - The School

This secondary school is based in Essex. The school provides education for children from the age of 11 up to 18. This school is known to have an enthusiastic, positive environment for both staff and students alike. The school holds high expectations for their staff. The school offer on-site parking as well as strong transport links for those that would be commuting via public transport. The successful applicant will need to be available September. The school require you to have an extensive knowledge of the curriculum and be able to cater to the different learning needs within the class and styles of learning. They would also like the candidate to be able to land on their feet within the role.

If this Head of MFL role is for you, APPLY Now, or contact Lewis at TLTP.

Location: South London

Contract Type: Permanent

Career Teachers are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Head of Computing to lead a thriving department at a secondary school in London.

Key Responsibilities include

• Lead and manage the Computing department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning

• Develop and deliver an ambitious and engaging computing curriculum across Key Stages

• Support and mentor staff, fostering continuous professional development

• Use data and assessment to monitor pupil progress and implement effective interventions

• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive whole-school priorities and raise attainment

• Promote enrichment opportunities such as coding clubs, competitions, and digital projects

• Ensure the integration of emerging technologies and digital literacy across the curriculum

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant degree in Computing or ICT

• Proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes in Computing

• Strong leadership skills and experience in curriculum development

• A visionary approach to digital education and innovative pedagogy

• Commitment to inclusive practice and student success

• A supportive and collaborative school environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

• Modern facilities and access to cutting-edge technology

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on student's futures

Apply with your CV and supporting statement, outlining your current roles and responsibilities. We look forward to hearing from you!

Are you an experienced construction educator or team leader looking to take the next step in your career?

Do you want a dynamic leadership role that offers progression, flexibility, and the chance to shape the future of construction education?

This forward-thinking college is investing in its future with bold growth plans and a commitment to excellence in construction and building services. With outstanding benefits and support systems, this is a place where staff thrive and make a genuine impact.

In this pivotal role, you'll support the Head of Department in leading the Multi-Skills & Trowel Trades curriculum across both campuses. You'll work closely with students, staff, and industry partners to ensure top-tier delivery, student success, and a collaborative team culture.

The ideal candidate will have teaching experience in construction or building services, a Level 5 teaching qualification, and leadership potential. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to step into a department-wide leadership role.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role, shape the future of construction education, and enjoy incredible autonomy and benefits.

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  Support and lead the delivery of Study Programmes, Apprenticeships & Adult learning
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  Line manage and mentor a skilled team across two campuses
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  Drive curriculum quality, planning, and timetabling
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  Develop industry links and create real-world opportunities for students
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  Champion student outcomes, inclusion, and teaching excellence

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  Experience in construction education or training
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  Holds a Level 5+ teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE, etc.)
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  A natural leader and motivator with a collaborative spirit
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  Organised, proactive, and focused on student success
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  Committed to personal and professional development

Location: South London

Contract Type: Permanent

Career Teachers are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Head of Computing to lead a thriving department at a secondary school in London.

Key Responsibilities include

• Lead and manage the Computing department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning

• Develop and deliver an ambitious and engaging computing curriculum across Key Stages

• Support and mentor staff, fostering continuous professional development

• Use data and assessment to monitor pupil progress and implement effective interventions

• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive whole-school priorities and raise attainment

• Promote enrichment opportunities such as coding clubs, competitions, and digital projects

• Ensure the integration of emerging technologies and digital literacy across the curriculum

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant degree in Computing or ICT

• Proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes in Computing

• Strong leadership skills and experience in curriculum development

• A visionary approach to digital education and innovative pedagogy

• Commitment to inclusive practice and student success

• A supportive and collaborative school environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and career development

• Modern facilities and access to cutting-edge technology

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on student's futures

Apply with your CV and supporting statement, outlining your current roles and responsibilities. We look forward to hearing from you!