English Teacher – Burton-upon-Trent – January 2026
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Job Location:
Staffordshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A large high-performing 1118 secondary school in Burton-upon-Trentis seeking an ambitious and inspiring Teacher of English to join its thriving faculty from January 2026. The school is well known locally for its excellent behaviour strong pastoral culture and impressive progress scores at KS4.
The Role
This full-time permanent position involves teaching English across KS3KS4 with the opportunity for KS5 depending on experience. The English department follows a well-structured knowledge-rich curriculum that blends powerful literature with strong literacy routines. Teachers have access to shared schemes model essays vocabulary maps and retrieval activities that support high-quality delivery.
The department emphasises creativity and professional autonomy encouraging teachers to bring texts to life through thoughtful questioning debate and drama-based activities.
The School
This is a Good-rated school with a calm purposeful atmosphere. Classrooms are well-equipped with modern screens reading corners and access to digital learning tools. Leadership is visible supportive and committed to reducing unnecessary workload.
Students are polite motivated and respond well to clear routines. The school has invested heavily in reading programmes targeted interventions and cultural enrichment from theatre visits to author workshops and debate clubs.
You Will Bring
- QTS (or equivalent) in English
- Strong subject knowledge and a passion for literature and language
- Consistent warm behaviour management
- Commitment to teamwork and high standards
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Excellent CPD and cross-school literacy networks
- A stable collaborative department with excellent resources
- Supportive SLT and genuine focus on wellbeing
If youre an English Teacher looking for a school where high expectations creativity and strong support combine wed love to see your CV.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
- Cordova
- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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