English Teacher – Warwick (Independent Day School)
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Job Location:
Warwickshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A highly respected independent day school in Warwick is seeking an accomplished and passionate Teacher of English to join its successful and well-established department. This opportunity would suit a teacher who values academic depth intellectual curiosity and the chance to work with motivated articulate pupils in a supportive and collegiate environment.
The school is known for its strong academic outcomes excellent pastoral care and a broad curriculum that places equal value on scholarship creativity and character.
The Role
You will teach English across Key Stages 35 including GCSE and A-Level Language and Literature. The English department encourages deep engagement with texts lively discussion and high-quality written expression. Lessons are intellectually challenging but carefully scaffolded allowing pupils to develop confidence as independent thinkers and writers.
At A-Level the department has a strong tradition of academic rigour with pupils regularly progressing to Russell Group universities and competitive humanities courses.
The English Department
English is a flagship subject within the school. The department is experienced collaborative and academically ambitious with staff who enjoy sharing ideas resources and approaches to teaching literature and language.
The curriculum includes a rich range of texts alongside opportunities for:
Debate and discussion
Creative and analytical writing
Wider reading and independent research
Co-curricular enrichment plays an important role including reading societies essay competitions and theatre visits all planned in a way that is sustainable for staff.
The School Environment
Set within attractive grounds close to the historic centre of Warwick the school combines traditional architecture with modern teaching spaces. Class sizes are small behaviour is exemplary and relationships between staff and pupils are built on mutual respect.
Pastoral care is a real strength of the school with a strong tutor system and close communication between academic and pastoral teams. Teachers are well supported and genuinely valued.
Facilities and Resources
English teaching takes place in well-equipped classrooms with access to:
A dedicated library and study spaces
Digital resources to support research and independent study
Quiet focused environments ideal for discussion-based lessons
Staff benefit from excellent facilities including on-site dining and comfortable staff workspaces.
The Ideal Candidate
You will:
Hold QTS or equivalent (independent sector experience welcome but not essential)
Have strong subject knowledge and confidence teaching A-Level
Enjoy working with academically able and curious pupils
Be reflective professional and collaborative
Why Join This School
Competitive independent school salary
Small class sizes and highly motivated pupils
Collegiate supportive staff culture
Excellent facilities and resources
Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development
This is a superb opportunity for an English Teacher seeking to work in an intellectually stimulating and supportive independent school environment where high standards and care go hand in hand.
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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