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St Albans, Hertfordshire

English Literature & Language Teacher | Selective Independent School

Role: Teacher of English (KS4–KS5)

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Highly Competitive Independent School Scale + Benefits

Are you an exceptional English teacher with the intellectual confidence to inspire students to engage deeply with literature, language and critical thought?

A prestigious independent school in St Albans is seeking a talented English specialist to join its highly regarded faculty. The successful candidate will teach academically ambitious students and contribute to a culture of scholarship, creativity and outstanding examination performance.

The Role

  • Advanced Teaching: Deliver English Language and Literature across GCSE and A-Level.

  • Literary Scholarship: Teach challenging texts across poetry, prose, drama and non-fiction.

  • Examination Preparation: Prepare students for demanding written examinations and coursework.

  • Academic Enrichment: Lead reading groups, essay competitions and literary societies.

  • Oxbridge Preparation: Support students applying for English, Humanities and related university courses.

The Candidate

  • Academic Pedigree: A strong degree in English Literature, English Language or a related subject.

  • Subject Knowledge: Excellent understanding of canonical and contemporary literature.

  • Communication: An articulate and inspiring classroom practitioner.

  • Assessment Expertise: Strong experience preparing students for GCSE or A-Level examinations.

  • Intellectual Curiosity: A genuine interest in literary criticism and academic debate.

The Environment

  • Academic Excellence: A motivated student body with high aspirations.

  • Outstanding Resources: Extensive library provision and specialist teaching spaces.

  • Enrichment Culture: Regular lectures, competitions and university preparation.

  • Professional Development: Opportunities to develop curriculum leadership and scholarship.

Apply Now

This is a career-enhancing opportunity for an English specialist seeking to work within the independent sector. Submit your CV to express your interest.

Locations
St Albans, Hertfordshire

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English Literature & Language Teacher | Selective Independent School

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