An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join a prestigious and high-achieving mixed secondary school in Essex. This is a full-time permanent position starting January 2026 ideal for a teacher passionate about literature language and student achievement.
The Role
As an English Teacher you will:
Teach engaging and challenging English lessons across KS3KS5
Contribute to the continued success of a well-established and high-performing English department
Support students in developing strong literacy analytical and critical thinking skills
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain the schools outstanding standards
About the School
This Outstanding secondary school is consistently ranked among the top schools in the county. Recent results include:
Excellent GCSE and A-Level English outcomes
Strong progression into top universities and further education
The school offers:
A well-resourced English department with a strong reading culture
A culture of high aspiration respect and exemplary behaviour
Outstanding pastoral care and student support
Extensive CPD and leadership development opportunities
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for a teacher who is:
A qualified English Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent)
A confident and engaging classroom practitioner
Able to inspire students of all abilities
Enthusiastic about enrichment reading programmes and wider school life
Legally able to work in the UK
Salary
Paid to scale on MPS / UPS commensurate with experience
Application
Please submit your updated CV at your earliest convenience.
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