Teacher of English

English Teacher – Farnborough

Start Date: After Easter 2026
Contract: 4 days per week (0.8) or full‑time (5 days)
Phase: KS3–KS4 (11–16)

A forward‑thinking and inclusive 11–16 secondary school in Farnborough is seeking an inspiring Teacher of English to join its successful English Faculty after Easter. This role offers flexibility—either 4 days or full‑time—to suit your work‑life balance while contributing to a high‑expectation, high‑support culture.

Why this school?

• It’s a dynamic learning community whose ethos—often captured as “we care to challenge”—is built on respect and aspiration, with staff, students and families working in close partnership to secure strong outcomes and rich experiences.
• The school’s Ethos & Values emphasise respect, responsibility and inclusivity within a diverse community, nurturing emotional and academic resilience—an environment where English, reading and debate thrive.

Ofsted highlights (November 2021)

• The school continues to be “Good.” Inspectors noted a strong sense of community where “everyone looks out for each other,” with calm, focused lessons and clear behaviour expectations.
• Teachers have high academic expectations and ensure pupils gain the skills they need for the next stage, while pupils show strong respect for equality and diversity. Reading is a whole‑school priority, with students exploring high‑quality, diverse texts that speak to contemporary issues.

The English Faculty

• English is regarded as a high‑performing subject, delivered by a stable, collaborative team and supported by dedicated teaching spaces—a great foundation for professional growth and curriculum innovation. https://wavellschool.org.uk/Job-Opportunities/ • https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/teacher-of-english-hampshire-2216249
• The curriculum is ambitious and well‑sequenced, fostering confident readers, writers and speakers. Classroom culture encourages students to question, debate and reflect—core strengths highlighted by Ofsted.

What you’ll do

• Teach KS3–KS4 English Language & Literature, planning coherent sequences that build knowledge and skills over time.
• Champion reading for pleasure and purpose, using diverse, high‑quality texts and explicit literacy strategies.
• Contribute to assessment and responsive teaching that identifies misconceptions and closes gaps swiftly.
• Enrich the wider life of the school—clubs, theatre visits, debating or creative writing opportunities.

What the school offers

• Calm, purposeful classrooms and effective safeguarding, so you can focus on great teaching.
• A positive culture grounded in respect, aspiration and inclusivity, with leadership that values
• Strong CPD and career‑progression pathways within a team that shares practice and

About you

You are:

• A passionate Teacher of English (ECT or experienced) with secure KS3–KS4 subject knowledge.
• An engaging, reflective practitioner who sets high expectations and creates inclusive, challenging lessons.
• Committed to literacy, oracy and cultural capital, helping every learner to flourish.
• A team player who contributes to shared planning and the wider enrichment of English.

Contract & start

• Start: After Easter 2026
• Time: 4 days per week (0.8) or full‑time (please indicate preference and availability in your application)

How to apply

Ready to make a difference in a values‑driven, community‑minded Farnborough school? Please send your CV and a short covering note outlining your preferred working pattern (4 days or full‑time) and your availability from after Easter.

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