English Teacher – Independent School in Birmingham
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Job Location:
Birmingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are excited to partner with a prestigious independent school in Edgbaston Birmingham seeking to appoint a dedicated English Teacher in January. This is a full-time permanent role teaching Key Stages 3-5 including GCSE & A-Level English / Literature.
About the Role
You will lead creative and challenging lessons in English and Literature across multiple year groups supporting a department known for its academic ambition and breadth of curriculum. Teachers work in well-equipped classrooms and have direct access to a well-stocked central library with both classic and contemporary titles. Colleagues often run literary societies creative writing workshops and cross-curricular projects with Drama History and Media Studies youll have the chance to be part of those.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds QTS PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification
- Has strong subject knowledge and genuine passion for English & Literature
- Can teach GCSE and/or A-Level (or is keen to grow into that)
- Is a creative reflective practitioner with high expectations of student progress
- Has the legal right to work in the UK
The School
Situated in Edgbaston on a leafy six-acre campus. The school numbers around 380 pupils ages 318 offering the benefits of both a small close community and full senior curriculum provision.
A tradition of strong academic outcomes is evident in the latest GCSE results: 96.2% of entries achieved grade 4 and 81.7% achieved grade 5 with 41.4% at grade 7 or higher. The school prides itself on a long-term trend of improvement in examination outcomes.
Small class sizes a culture of close staffstudent relationships and a supportive senior leadership team are hallmarks of the environment. The school invites teachers to take an active role in extra-curricular enrichment from literary festivals and book clubs to cross-curricular projects with the arts and global themes.
Salary & Benefits
The position is paid on MPS / UPS scales with discretion for enhancements based on experience and subject expertise. Teachers also benefit from:
- On-site staff parking and free lunch provisions
- Robust CPD opportunities
- A collaborative culture where teacher voice and innovation are valued
- Access to modern English resources a central library and interdisciplinary project support
How to Apply
To apply for the English Teacher role please send your updated CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Early applications are encouraged interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
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- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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