English Teacher - Outstanding School - Kingston (September Start)

Are you an enthusiastic English teacher looking for a permanent position in a school where you can develop your career and make a genuine difference to students?

• English Teacher Role

• Teaching English across KS3, KS4 and KS5

• Kingston

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full Time, Permanent

• September Start

English Teacher

You would be joining a highly successful English department within an Outstanding School that has created a culture where reading, writing and communication are central to students' academic development. The department has high expectations and encourages students to become confident readers, thoughtful writers and articulate communicators.

At Key Stage 3, students are introduced to a broad range of fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama, allowing them to develop strong analytical and written communication skills. At GCSE, students are supported through a challenging programme of English Language and English Literature, with opportunities to study a wide range of texts and develop sophisticated interpretations.

The Sixth Form also offers English Literature, providing an opportunity for an experienced teacher to contribute to A-Level teaching and support students preparing for university and further study.

The department benefits from excellent resources, a strong reading culture and regular opportunities for students to participate in creative writing, debating, literary competitions and theatre visits. Teachers work closely together on curriculum development, assessment and intervention to ensure students of all abilities are appropriately challenged and supported.

The School offers excellent professional development, an established ECT programme and opportunities to take on additional responsibilities. Experienced teachers will be encouraged to contribute to curriculum development and wider departmental initiatives.

English Teacher - School Information

The School is an Outstanding School with a strong reputation for academic achievement, student wellbeing and high expectations.

Students are respectful, ambitious and eager to learn. The school places students at the centre of its work and provides a supportive environment where young people are encouraged to become independent and confident learners.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent facilities, regular CPD and a collaborative working culture where professional development is actively encouraged.

English Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• English Degree

• QTS

• Experience teaching English at secondary level

• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature

• GCSE teaching experience essential

• A-Level experience desirable

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

• Commitment to student achievement and inclusion

Salary

The salary for this English Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS.

Application

Please send your application for this English Teacher position through as soon as possible.