Teacher of English (Full-Time, Permanent)

Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £32,916 – £51,047 (Actual)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: 12th April 2026
Interview Date: w/c 24th April 2026
Positions Available: 1
Suitable for ECTs

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a new and rapidly developing 11–16 secondary school currently in the early stages of growth. With only Years 7 and 8 on roll, the school is building the foundations of an academically ambitious, high‑performing environment that will expand year-on-year.

This is a rare opportunity to join a school at the beginning of its journey, helping to shape its culture, academic identity, and long‑term vision. You will be joining at the perfect time to make a significant and lasting impact on pupils and the English department as it grows.

The Role: Teacher of English

The school is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and reflective Teacher of English who is passionate about high‑quality, knowledge‑rich English teaching. You will play a key role in delivering a rigorous curriculum that promotes strong literacy, analytical thinking, and cultural understanding.

As part of the role, you will also teach an integrated Year 7 transition curriculum focused on literacy development, PSHE, Citizenship, and building students’ cultural awareness.

What You Will Do

• Deliver high‑quality English lessons that develop strong reading, writing, vocabulary, and literary knowledge
• Teach an integrated Year 7 transition curriculum designed to strengthen literacy and support wider personal development
• Combine academic rigour with effective adaptive teaching to ensure all pupils can succeed
• Work closely with the SEND team to implement appropriate strategies and classroom adaptations
• Contribute to the ongoing development of a coherent, knowledge‑rich English curriculum
• Use robust assessment to inform teaching and support strong progress
• Help shape the early culture, expectations, and identity of the English department
• Support enrichment activities (e.g., debate clubs, creative writing, book clubs, theatre visits)
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and model professionalism

What We’re Looking For

• A passionate English specialist with excellent subject knowledge
• Understanding of disciplinary English knowledge (e.g., literary analysis, critical reading, rhetoric)
• A reflective, research‑informed practitioner
• High expectations for pupil behaviour, effort, and scholarly engagement
• Commitment to professional growth and to building an emerging department
• Enthusiasm for contributing to a new school environment built on academic rigour and intellectual curiosity

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Shape an English curriculum and department in a new and expanding school
• Teach within a research‑informed, high‑expectations environment
• Contribute directly to establishing an academic culture from the ground up

Benefits Offered by the Trust

Employees within the Trust receive a comprehensive package, including:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• One wellbeing day per year
• Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover and ill‑health protection
• Retail and lifestyle discounts across major brands and local businesses
• Complimentary breakfast and lunch when working onsite
• Payment of role-required professional memberships
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare cash plan and access to an online GP
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative working culture with high ambitions