Head of English Teacher

Location:

Cascais, PT

Date: 1 Sept 2026

Application closing date: January

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking an outstanding leader to provide strategic direction and premium leadership for the English Department at King's College School, Cascais. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team of educators, driving academic excellence and a passion for language and literature across the secondary school. This role combines senior classroom teaching with departmental management, ensuring the curriculum meets the highest international standards and supports the holistic growth of every student.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead, inspire, and manage the English department faculty, promoting a collaborative and professional working environment.
Drive academic attainment and implement rigorous monitoring systems to track student progress against high targets.
Design, review, and evaluate the English curriculum to ensure effective teaching, learning, and alignment with school goals.
Support teachers through regular performance management, lesson observations, and sharing of pedagogical best practices.
Oversee student assessments and ensure timely, data-driven interventions are established for students requiring support.
Communicate department performance and student intervention strategies effectively to senior leadership and parents.
Lead whole-school literacy initiatives and design enrichment programmes to foster a lifelong love for English.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

University degree in English or a related field, plus a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent).
Proven track record of successful leadership or middle management experience within an English department.
Extensive experience teaching English within international frameworks, including Cambridge IGCSE and advanced levels (IBDP or A-Levels).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire trust in students, staff, and parents.
Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and updating teaching techniques across the faculty.
Full compliance with school policies, health and safety regulations, and child safeguarding frameworks.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com