English Teacher – Leeds, West Yorkshire – January 2026
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Job Summary
A large and well-established 1118 secondary school in Leeds is seeking a committed and reflective Teacher of English to join its successful department from January 2026. This is a full-time permanent role within a school that places literacy communication and critical thinking at the heart of its curriculum.
The English department is a core strength of the school with consistently strong outcomes at both GCSE and A-Level. There is a clear carefully sequenced curriculum in place built around high-quality texts explicit literacy instruction and thoughtful assessment. Teachers work collaboratively to refine schemes of learning share resources and ensure consistency across year groups while still being trusted to bring their own voice and creativity into the classroom.
The role will involve:
Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3KS5
Delivering a curriculum that balances canonical texts with contemporary and diverse voices
Supporting students in developing confident written and spoken communication
Contributing to curriculum planning assessment moderation and enrichment activities
The school serves a diverse urban community and is proud of its inclusive ethos. Students are articulate curious and increasingly ambitious with strong pastoral systems in place to support behaviour and wellbeing. Leadership is highly visible and places genuine emphasis on staff workload professional trust and long-term development.
Why this school
A well-resourced English department with shared planning and assessment
Calm classrooms and clear behaviour systems
Regular CPD focused on pedagogy rather than paperwork
A supportive culture where teachers are listened to and retained
This role would suit an English Teacher who values thoughtful teaching collaborative working and the opportunity to make a real impact on students academic and personal development.
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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