Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Basingstoke

Full-Time | Permanent | MPR/UPR

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a successful secondary school in Basingstoke to recruit an inspirational and committed Teacher of English.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, well-resourced and highly regarded English department. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that inspire students to develop a lasting appreciation of language, literature, reading and communication.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers and experienced English teachers who demonstrate strong subject knowledge, high expectations and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential.

About the English Department

The English department is an experienced, collaborative and ambitious team committed to achieving excellent outcomes for students.

Teachers work closely together to share expertise, develop resources and deliver an engaging and challenging curriculum. The department has a strong culture of continuous improvement and plays an active role in professional development across the wider school.

The successful teacher will receive excellent support and opportunities to develop their classroom practice, subject knowledge and future leadership potential.

The Role

As a Teacher of English, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach English Language and English Literature
• Create a calm, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment
• Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and address gaps in knowledge
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations
• Adapt teaching to support different abilities and additional learning needs
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement
• Work collaboratively with departmental and pastoral colleagues
• Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development
• Support enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom

The school is looking for a teacher who can deliver high-quality lessons, secure positive outcomes and create wider opportunities that enrich students’ educational experiences and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 English curriculum
• Be passionate about language, literature and literacy
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management
• Set high expectations for student progress and achievement
• Use assessment and feedback to improve learning
• Inspire students of different abilities and starting points
• Contribute positively to a collaborative department
• Be committed to professional development
• Promote the welfare and safeguarding of young people

What the School Offers

• A successful and well-resourced English department
• A supportive team of experienced practitioners
• An engaging and ambitious curriculum
• Collaborative planning and shared expertise
• High-quality professional development
• Support for ECTs and teachers seeking career progression
• Opportunities to contribute to departmental improvement
• A culture of continuous professional growth
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

The department offers a supportive environment for teachers who want to strengthen their practice and potentially develop towards future middle-leadership responsibilities.

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check, professional references, employment-history checks and all other appropriate safer-recruitment screening.

Apply Today

If you are a passionate English Teacher looking to join a collaborative department and inspire students across KS3 and KS4, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV to discuss the position and arrange an interview.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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