Role: English Teacher
Area: Essex
Start: April 2025
Contract: Fulltime, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS, Dependent on experience
A highly respected Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) invites applications for a Teacher of English to join the permanent teaching team of a rapidly improving secondary school in Essex. This exciting opportunity comes as part of the school’s ongoing commitment to delivering outstanding education and supporting the professional growth of its staff.
The school has undergone significant improvement in recent years and is on an ambitious journey to further elevate standards and outcomes. The successful candidate will join a dynamic English department that prides itself on fostering a love of literature and language, encouraging creativity, and achieving excellent academic results.
The Role:
The Teacher of English will:
- Deliver engaging and challenging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential for KS5 teaching if appropriate.
- Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous improvement of teaching resources.
- Inspire students to achieve their full potential in English and cultivate a passion for reading and writing.
- Support the wider aims and ethos of the school and the MAT.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes in English, or show strong potential to do so.
- Have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to teach across the secondary range.
- Be committed to high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.
- Show a genuine enthusiasm for working with young people and a commitment to their success.
- Be reflective, collaborative, and eager to contribute to the development of the department and the school as a whole.
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and supportive team environment within a thriving school and MAT.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to high-quality CPD and collaborative networks across the MAT.
- A strong focus on staff well-being and work-life balance.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school on an upward trajectory, with a highly supportive leadership team and a commitment to excellence. Applications are welcome from experienced teachers and early career teachers (ECTs).
For further information and details on how to apply, please contact the school directly. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
For consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience.
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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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