CORE PURPOSE

We require an ambitious, intellectually rigorous English Teacher to deliver high-quality literature and language instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The role involves facilitating a challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum that sharpens pupils' textual analysis, critical writing capacity, and oral articulation, preparing them thoroughly for public examinations and lifelong literary engagement.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Curriculum Design & Instruction: Plan, resource, and deliver highly structured English lessons that engage and challenge pupils across all academic profiles, adapting the curriculum to align with Isle of Man Department of Education, Sport and Culture (DESC) frameworks.

• Textual Analysis & Literacy Expansion: Guide pupils through the mechanics of complex prose, poetry, and drama, embedding sophisticated frameworks for analytical essay writing, structural critique, and vocabulary acquisition.

• Examination Preparation: Guide Key Stage 4 cohorts systematically through the demands of terminal IGCSE / GCSE English Language and English Literature specifications, maximising progress and attainment outcomes.

• Progress Monitoring: Implement rigorous formative marking and summative assessment routines, utilising tracking data to design sharp, targeted interventions that close learning gaps.

• Pastoral Responsibilities: Undertake full form tutor duties, managing daily registration, monitoring pupil attendance, and delivering the school's structured personal and social development units.

ENVIRONMENT & STRUCTURE

• Isle of Man Educational Framework: Operating within the island's unique and well-resourced state education system, teachers enjoy a collaborative, close-knit professional network across schools. The island offers an independent path for curriculum development, maintaining close ties to UK standards while reflecting the island’s distinct cultural identity.

• Behaviour Systems: The campus implements a highly consistent, whole-school behaviour policy focused on clarity and routine, ensuring classrooms remain calm, predictable, and entirely focused on scholarly learning.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching credential legal for registration with the Isle of Man Education Council, paired with a strong honours degree in English Literature, English Language, or a closely related humanities discipline.

• Pedagogical Capability: A proven track record or clear capacity to deliver strong progress metrics in public examinations through explicit, text-first classroom instruction.

• Routine Implementation: The ability to execute school behaviour policies with absolute consistency, maintaining a positive, highly focused, and strictly disciplined classroom culture.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

• Island Heritage & Crown Dependency Lifestyle: Set in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man is a self-governing Crown Dependency celebrated for its stunning UNESCO biosphere landscapes, rich Celtic and Viking history, and exceptionally high standard of living. The island boasts a robust economy driven by financial services, digital media, and space technology, offering a safe, community-oriented environment.

• Connectivity & Relocation: The island features a dedicated local bus transport infrastructure connecting all major towns (Douglas, Ramsey, Peel, and Castletown). Travel off the island is supported by regular ferry services from Douglas to Liverpool and Heysham, alongside frequent flights running smoothly from Isle of Man (Ronaldsway) Airport directly to major UK hubs including London, Manchester, Liverpool, and Belfast.

APPLICATION INTAKE

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.