The Opportunity

Manchester is an iconic global city renowned for its radical social history, its status as the world's first industrial metropolis, and its contemporary position as a powerhouse of digital media and journalism. We are seeking a sharp, analytical English Teacher to join a forward-thinking University Technical College (UTC). This role is a unique opportunity to challenge students to master structural analysis, persuasive rhetoric, and precise communication, utilizing Manchester's thriving media, tech, and cultural networks to show how language shapes modern industry and society.

The UTC As a University Technical College, we specialize in offering a high-quality technical education alongside core academic subjects for students aged 14 to 19. Sponsored by leading regional universities and major industrial employers, our college operates on an extended-day structure that mirrors a professional working environment. We focus on bridging the gap between high academic standards and technical innovation, meaning our students are highly motivated, career-minded, and mature in their approach to learning.

The Department & Communication Culture

• You will join a highly collaborative English faculty that seamlessly connects classical literary critique with technical and professional literacy.

• The department utilizes university-style seminar spaces and digital suites designed to foster debate, collaborative writing, and independent research.

• The curriculum explicitly links the mechanics of English Language and Literature to the communication demands of modern engineering, digital arts, and scientific research.

• We benefit from direct partnerships with local broadcasters, creative agencies, and academic institutions, giving students access to industry-led masterclasses.

Core Responsibilities

1. High-Challenge Instruction: Planning and delivering rigorous English Language and Literature lessons at GCSE, ensuring technical students achieve top-tier academic results.

2. Rhetorical & Critical Analysis: Training students to dismantle complex texts—ranging from historical political speeches to contemporary technical journals—evaluating intent, structure, and bias.

3. Advanced Written Literacy: Developing students' ability to produce sophisticated analytical essays, technical reports, and compelling creative prose with grammatical precision.

4. Data-Driven Intervention: Utilizing granular assessment tracking to identify specific learning gaps, providing targeted, high-impact feedback ahead of terminal GCSE examinations.

5. Professional Oracy: Cultivating authoritative speaking and presentation skills, ensuring students can present complex ideas confidently to both exam boards and industry panels.

The Successful Candidate We are looking for an ambitious subject specialist who believes that high-level literacy is the ultimate tool for engineering innovation and social mobility. Your profile should include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong honours degree in English Literature, English Language, or a closely related discipline.

• Academic & Professional Balance: The ability to secure excellent outcomes in terminal GCSE exams while valuing the practical, professional application of communication skills.

• Dynamic Classroom Presence: Experience in fostering a mature, respectful, and business-like learning environment suitable for a technical college setting.

• Curriculum Innovation: A willingness to collaborate with technical departments to design cross-curricular projects that enhance whole-school literacy.

Why Join Our College?

• A mature, purposeful teaching environment with business-standard facilities, where students have actively chosen a specialized pathway.

• Exceptional professional development opportunities, including close collaboration with university partners and corporate stakeholders.

• The opportunity to live and work in Manchester—a fast-paced, culturally vibrant city offering world-class music, theatre, sports, and a highly competitive cost of living.

• A supportive, forward-thinking staff culture that encourages pedagogical autonomy and respects a sustainable work-life balance.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.