Teacher of English

Teacher of English

Full Time, Permanent MPS/UPS

Commencing 1st September 2025     

We are looking to appoint an excellent teacher of English, adding to the capacity of our growing school.

We are looking to further improve the Teaching & Learning experience of all by reducing class sizes in our core subjects. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of supporting students to ensure that they make excellent progress. 

We are looking for a candidate who is:

·        An inspirational teacher with high expectations of students and themselves, who is determined to secure good outcomes for students.

·        Able to teach English across the curriculum.

·        If possible, has A level experience.

·        Willing to generously give their time outside of lessons to students and colleagues.

·        Actively supportive of the learning culture and values of the school.

·        Committed to their professional development

·        Resilient, has presence, boundless energy and a good sense of humour.

 The English are all highly skilled, enthusiastic and supportive, who work together as a well-established team – sharing good practice, resources and team spirit.

At the core of the English curriculum is the belief that every student has the potential to succeed. The teams review and revise the delivery of the curriculum in response to student voice, work scans, lesson observations. We are led by research and are continuously striving to improve to give our students the very best chance of achieving their best.

Year 7 to Year 11 are taught in ability groups and classes are set according to ability to support adaptive teaching and provide appropriate challenge and support for all.

The team employ the appropriate use of new technologies to support learning.

We pride ourselves on our enrichment opportunities for all students including well-established trips across both departments.

Continued professional development is strong within the English team, with a CPD period on every teacher’s timetable. 

How to apply:

We are looking to recruit a candidate who can start in SEPTEMBER 2025.

Please include, with your application form, a concise letter describing the qualities and experiences that will enable you to be an excellent teacher of English. You should include some of your experiences of gaining successes with students and staff, making it clear how you were able to have impact.

 The closing date for all applications will be Tuesday 3rd December at Noon.

I hope that this information has encouraged you to apply, and if so, I look forward to reading your application. If you have any specific questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Mr J Harrison

Headteacher