Full job description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school that is committed to high standards of teaching and learning, while providing outstanding support for students from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. The school has a strong focus on inclusion, with teachers working closely alongside experienced SEN and pastoral teams to support students with additional learning needs and remove barriers to achievement.

ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply, alongside experienced teachers looking for a new challenge within a supportive and ambitious school environment.

The successful candidate will be passionate about English and able to inspire students across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, fostering a love of reading, writing and communication while helping students develop the analytical, critical thinking and literacy skills needed to succeed both academically and beyond the classroom.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a proven track record of delivering strong outcomes in English.
• Be confident teaching English Language and Literature across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons that inspire students.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Be committed to raising attainment for learners of all abilities.
• Have experience supporting students with SEN, SEMH, behavioural, or additional learning needs.
• Be passionate about making English accessible, engaging and relevant for all students.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge across the English curriculum, including English Language and Literature at GCSE and A-Level.
• A clear understanding of adaptive teaching and inclusive classroom practice.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (desirable but not essential).