About Us

City of London Academies Trust believes strongly in the transformational nature of education operating schools in areas of significant disadvantage. We understand that strong outcomes lead to improved life chances for our students, so we are unashamedly academic and unapologetically results driven. Each of our schools adopt a ‘warm/strict’ approach, combining high expectations with care and support. Our level of care means we never compromise on standards or expectations, ensuring that no student’s background becomes a reason for lowering the bar. Our schools maintain exemplary standards of behaviour, with systems, rituals and norms that instil strong habits. As a result, our schools provide an environment where our teachers can teach, and students can learn without disruption. We take great pride in fostering an exceptionally positive learning environment and we work meticulously to maintain our strong ethos and culture.

COLAT is driven by an unwavering ambition to be the best. We believe exceptional leaders and teachers create outstanding schools, transforming lives and shaping the future of every student. We have academies located in north, south and east London, and we combine the heritage and tradition of the Corporation of London with a genuinely innovative, enterprising, and entrepreneurial ethos. We are also committed to providing training and development to all our staff, plus excellent career advancement opportunities within our evolving Trust.

About you

You will be fully aligned with our approach, understanding the critical role you play in shaping a behavioural and learning culture within our school. You will be adept at using direct instruction pedagogy and delivering a well sequenced, knowledge rich curriculum. Dynamic, inspiring and highly effective, you will strive to surpass what has been achieved. You will be committed to creating an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement. 

This is an exciting time to be part of the City of London Academies Trust, and we very much hope that you will be inspired to want to join us. We are committed to investing in the next generation of COLAT people who will embody the Trust’s culture, values and ethos.

Our Academy

London Nautical, City of London Academy, is a distinctive and historic school, housed in a magnificent listed building on the South Bank of the Thames. Our unique location places us at the heart of London’s rich commercial, cultural and educational landscape, providing exceptional opportunities for both students and staff. With 600 students, we are a close-knit and welcoming community where strong relationships, high expectations and a shared commitment to excellence underpin all that we do. We are proud of our achievements and ambitious for our future, and we seek colleagues who share our values and who wish to contribute fully to the wider life of the school.

About the role 

Lead Transformation. Raise Standards. Shape Futures.

The City of London Academy Trust is seeking an exceptional and ambitious Head of English to lead a strategically important department at a pivotal stage in its development.

This is a rare opportunity for an outstanding practitioner and leader to build a culture of excellence, raise achievement and deliver lasting improvement within one of the most influential subjects in the curriculum. We are looking for a leader who combines strong academic credentials with the energy, resilience and determination required to drive rapid and sustainable school improvement.

English sits at the heart of our ambition for every student. The successful candidate will lead the development of an engaging, knowledge-rich curriculum, establish consistently excellent teaching across the department and ensure that all students, regardless of background, are empowered to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking a leader who thrives on challenge and is motivated by impact. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a department with significant potential, build a high-performing team and deliver measurable improvements in student outcomes, literacy and curriculum provision. You will work closely with senior leaders and the Trust to implement an ambitious improvement strategy and establish English as a beacon of excellence across the school.

How to Apply

If you match our ambition and want to join our dedicated team of professionals, we would love to hear from you. Candidates must address the person specification in no more than 1,000 words. Applications must be submitted via the MNT  (My New Term) portal.

Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026 (09:00am)

We plan for interviews to take place on Wednesday 1st July 2026

Start date: January 2027 (earlier if possible)

 To find out more, please email hr@LNS.org.uk. We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school prior to the interview date.

City of London Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

City of London Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from City of London Academies Trust vision and values.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. 

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