Location: St Albans Hertfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive based on experience
Contract: Full-time or part-time/permanent
The Opportunity
A prestigious co-educational independent school in St Albans is seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join its thriving department as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about literature language and inspiring young people to think critically and communicate with confidence.
About the School
Renowned for academic excellence a strong pastoral ethos and a rich co-curricular life.
Provides a stimulating and supportive environment
Encourages intellectual curiosity creativity and collaboration across all year groups.
The English Department
A cornerstone of the curriculum fostering critical thinking articulate communication and a lifelong love of reading and writing.
Hosts guest authors and speakers to give students unique insights into literature and language.
Organises a wide range of educational visits theatre trips and international experiences to enrich classroom learning.
Collaborative innovative and committed to student success at every level.
Your Role
Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4 with potential A-Level teaching depending on experience.
Deliver engaging creative and challenging lessons that stretch and support all learners.
Inspire students to explore literature language and writing with curiosity and confidence.
Contribute to school life through co-curricular activities debating creative writing clubs or enrichment programmes.
The Ideal Candidate
Holds a degree in English or a related subject with QTS (or working towards).
Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for English.
Is an inspiring classroom practitioner skilled at engaging students of all abilities.
Is keen to contribute to the broader cultural and academic life of the school.
How to Apply
If you are a passionate and dedicated English Teacherwhether newly qualified or experiencedand excited about working in a supportive high-achieving and creative school community we would love to hear from you.
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