Head of KS3 | Transformative Middle Leadership in Barking & Dagenham

Are you an ambitious educator ready to shape the future of lower secondary education? This Head of KS3 opportunity in Barking & Dagenham is your invitation to drive holistic, student-centred excellence at a celebrated, forward-thinking school. As Head of KS3, you’ll lead, inspire, and elevate a dynamic team—directly impacting the trajectory of hundreds of young learners as they transition into their most formative years. We’re seeking a strategic, inspirational leader passionate about curriculum innovation and unlocking every student’s potential.

Step into a high-achieving environment where your influence as Head of KS3 will resonate daily. Here, you’ll collaborate with an exceptional leadership team, access world-class CPD, and carve a professional pathway few schools can match. Immerse yourself in a vibrant school community that prizes creativity, support, and achievement—rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted—with superb facilities and unrivalled resources to help your practice flourish. If you’re ready to gain sector-leading middle leadership experience and leave a legacy, this is your moment.

Key Highlights:

• Head of KS3: pivotal, visible leadership role with real school impact
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37,870 - £50,474) per year: superb progression-linked pay
• Based in Barking & Dagenham: thriving, diverse East London borough
• Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – high standards, sustained momentum
• Exceptional CPD: advanced leadership development, mentorship, NPQ opportunities
• Ideal for: Ambitious UK-trained teachers, ECTs or experienced practitioners with proven results
• Modern facilities: digitised classrooms, dedicated KS3 learning suites

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and inspiring the KS3 teaching team, setting high academic and pastoral standards
• Developing and refining curriculum pathways for Years 7–9
• Using assessment data to elevate student outcomes and bridge attainment gaps
• Championing innovative teaching strategies, encouraging evidence-based practice
• Collaborating with SLT to support school-wide initiatives and parental engagement
• Mentoring colleagues, coaching ECTs, and modelling best practice daily

Ideal “Head of KS3” for this Barking and Dagenham School:

• UK-trained teacher with QTS and a strong record of impact
• Proven excellence in lower secondary teaching and leadership
• Reference-strong: consistently Good or Outstanding gradings
• Driven, analytical, and skilled at motivating staff and students
• Comfortable leading within diverse, ambitious East London communities
• Open to both emerging leaders (high-flying ECTs) and experienced middle leaders

Why Join This Barking and Dagenham School?:

• Welcoming, high-energy school culture with vision and unity
• Tailored, gold-standard professional development pathways
• Proactive, supportive SLT invested in your career journey
• Forward-thinking approach—embracing digital and adaptive learning tools
• Safe, respectful environment with exemplary student behaviour
• Strong local reputation; proud, inclusive, values-led ethos

Be the driving force behind transformational learning as Head of KS3 at one of Barking & Dagenham’s most admired schools. Take the next leap in your leadership career—applications for interviews are ongoing but highly competitive. Do not miss this chance to create meaningful impact.

How to Apply

Ready to accelerate your career in Barking and Dagenham? Act quickly—interviews for the Head of KS3 and All Through School Teacher positions are already underway. Submit your application now to secure your chance at an influential leadership role before the shortlist closes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!