English Teacher

English Teacher – Inspire, Engage, Excel

Join an enthusiastic and ambitious English department at a secondary school dedicated to fostering student success and personal growth. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking institution, where the goal is to cultivate critical thinkers, articulate communicators, and lifelong learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging English lessons: Teach across KS3 and KS4, offering a balanced curriculum that covers literary analysis, creative expression, and essential language skills.
• Encourage a love for literature: Guide students through a wide range of texts, inspiring their interest and understanding of diverse perspectives and historical contexts.
• Prepare students for success: Equip students with strong analytical skills and knowledge of English curriculum fundamentals, including GCSE preparation.
• Promote personal growth: Support students in developing their own voices, confidence, and empathy through thoughtful reading and writing exercises.
• Collaborate within the English Department: Work closely with colleagues to innovate and share effective strategies, resources, and ideas that support students' academic and personal growth.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Proven experience teaching English at the secondary level, ideally within KS3 and KS4.
• Passionate and motivating: Able to inspire a genuine interest in literature and language, encouraging students to think critically and communicate clearly.
• Strong classroom presence: Skilled in managing and maintaining a positive, structured learning environment.
• Collaborative team player: Engaged in teamwork and open to sharing best practices within the English department.
• Growth mindset: Eager to develop professionally and participate in CPD provided by the school, embracing new teaching methods and ideas.

Why Choose This School?

• Inclusive and supportive environment: Be part of a school with a strong commitment to each student's wellbeing and academic success.
• State-of-the-art resources: Teach in well-equipped classrooms that support interactive, multimedia-based English instruction.
• Professional development: Access ongoing training opportunities tailored to support both new and experienced educators.
• Positive community culture: Join a school known for its commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and respect, fostering a welcoming environment for both staff and students.

Benefits of Applying Through Teaching Personnel:

• Exclusive school partnerships: Access job openings not available elsewhere, with schools recruiting through us as a trusted partner.
• Flexible temp-to-perm options: Enjoy the opportunity to work within the school community before making a permanent commitment.
• Personalised guidance: Receive support from a dedicated consultant throughout the hiring process, ensuring a smooth and informed transition into your role.
• Competitive pay: We handle all pay negotiations on your behalf, ensuring a fair rate based on your experience and expertise.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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