English Teacher

Summary:

English Teacher opportunity at a progressive and vibrant school.

About the School:

A school committed to providing an ambitious, forward-thinking education that prepares students for an uncertain future. It fosters a culture of innovation, diversity, and excellence.

The Opportunity:

A school is seeking an English Teacher to join a dynamic and ambitious department. The role is ideal for a reflective, committed, and intellectually curious teacher who believes in the power of English and is driven to achieve excellence as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach English across the age range with a strong focus on literacy, oracy, and scholarship.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the co-curricular programme.
• Promote the importance of English in the classroom and beyond.
• Collaborate with colleagues to innovate and enhance the department’s teaching and learning practices.
• Support the school’s mission to provide a progressive and inclusive education.
• Engage in examiner work or pursue it as part of the role.
• Play an active role in the school’s community and wider educational initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Experience in teaching across the age range.
• Commitment to fostering scholarly readers, confident writers, and articulate communicators.
• Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative and innovative department.
• A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Preferred

• Experience in examiner work or a desire to pursue it.
• Interest or experience in running Senior School debating.
• Experience in developing and delivering co-curricular activities.
• Background in promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including private health care insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days.
• Hybrid working with one day per week from home.