English Teacher – Welcoming Secondary School
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September
Salary: MPS / UPS
Role Overview
A high-achieving and welcoming 11–18 secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join its thriving English Faculty. This is a full-time, permanent position delivering English Language and English Literature across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with opportunities to teach A-Level for suitably qualified candidates.
The post is open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners looking to progress their careers. You will join a collaborative, supportive department committed to inspiring a love for reading, creative writing, and critical literary analysis.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements
Teaching: Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons across KS3–KS4 (and KS5 where applicable), fostering critical literacy and analytical skills.
Student Achievement: Maintain high academic expectations, supporting students of all abilities to achieve outstanding outcomes in GCSE English Language and Literature.
Curriculum Development: Contribute to innovative scheme-of-work design, literacy initiatives, and extra-curricular enrichment such as debate clubs and creative writing workshops.
Qualifications: Relevant degree in English Literature, English Language, or a related discipline alongside QTS or PGCE.
Skills: Excellent subject knowledge, strong communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive classroom management.
School & Department Highlights
Positive Environment: A friendly, community-focused school with respectful pupils, excellent behaviour standards, and supportive leadership.
Departmental Outcomes: A consistently strong English department with high attainment and strong progress scores at GCSE.
CPD & Well-being: Access to structured professional development pathways, collaborative planning time, and tailored mentoring for ECTs.
To Apply
To be considered for this English Teacher position in Sheffield, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.
- Locations
- Sheffield, South Yorkshire
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