Our client is seeking a dedicated and inspiring English Teacher to join a highly reputable independent, co-educational school located in Portsmouth.

• Full-time English Teacher required from January 2026
• Prestigious Independent School in Portsmouth
• Excellent opportunity to join a well-established and high-achieving English Department

This is an exciting opportunity for an English Teacher to join a thriving and well-resourced department within one of Portsmouth's most respected independent schools. The successful candidate will be part of a forward-thinking academic community where students are motivated, behaviour is exemplary, and teachers are supported to deliver outstanding lessons.

We encourage interested candidates to submit an up-to-date CV at their earliest convenience.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified English Teacher
• Passionate, dynamic, and committed to high-quality teaching
• Strong subject knowledge with the ability to deliver engaging KS3–KS5 lessons
• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, or equivalent)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

School Information

This exceptional independent school in Portsmouth is renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and state-of-the-art facilities. The school is heavily oversubscribed and enjoys a long-standing reputation within the community for nurturing well-rounded, high-achieving pupils.

The school’s ethos is built on ambition, character development, and continuous improvement. As noted by independent inspections and parental feedback, pastoral care is at the heart of the school, ensuring every pupil is known, supported, and challenged. Students benefit from extensive co-curricular opportunities, academic enrichment, and a culture that promotes confidence, curiosity, and high aspirations.

Key Highlights:

• Consistently ranked among the top independent schools in Portsmouth
• Exceptional academic outcomes, with the majority of GCSE grades at 7–9
• Exemplary standards of pupil behaviour
• Excellent facilities and resources across all departments
• A warm, collaborative staff body committed to professional growth

Salary

The role is paid according to the school’s competitive independent sector pay scale, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are an ambitious and inspiring English Teacher seeking to join an outstanding independent school, please forward your most recent CV as soon as possible.