Teacher of English – High-Achieving Secondary School – Sheffield
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Job Summary
A well-regarded 1118 secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an ambitious and thoughtful Teacher of English to join its established and highly collaborative English faculty. This is a full-time permanent opportunity within a school known locally for strong academic outcomes calm classrooms and a culture of professional trust.
English sits at the heart of the curriculum here. Outcomes at both GCSE and A-Level are consistently strong and the subject enjoys high uptake into Sixth Form. The department is proud of its reputation for stretching high attainers while providing structured support for pupils who need additional literacy intervention.
The Role
You will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the opportunity to contribute to A-Level teaching depending on experience. The curriculum is carefully sequenced blending canonical texts with modern and diverse voices. Schemes of work are centrally planned and refined collaboratively ensuring consistency while allowing teachers to bring their own intellectual enthusiasm and creativity to delivery.
The department values:
Strong subject knowledge and academic precision
Explicit vocabulary instruction and structured analytical writing
High-quality modelling and retrieval practice
Meaningful feedback that moves learning forward
You will join a team that meets weekly to moderate work refine assessment practice and share pedagogical strategies. Planning is collaborative and resources are shared through a central digital platform reducing unnecessary workload.
The Department & Facilities
English is housed within a dedicated corridor close to the library and Sixth Form study centre. Classrooms are well-resourced with interactive boards and access to digital learning platforms that support independent reading and revision.
The school has invested significantly in literacy across the curriculum. As an English teacher you will have influence beyond your department working with colleagues to embed reading strategies and disciplinary vocabulary school-wide.
Enrichment is a real strength:
Annual theatre visits to Sheffield and Manchester
A thriving debating society
Creative writing competitions
A popular Sixth Form reading group
The School
This Sheffield secondary school serves a diverse and aspirational community. It has a strong reputation for pastoral care and high expectations. Behaviour systems are clear consistent and well supported by senior leaders allowing teachers to focus on teaching rather than firefighting.
Staff retention is strong. Teachers describe the culture as professional calm and supportive. Leadership is visible and approachable and curriculum development is evidence-informed rather than trend-led.
The school building combines traditional architecture with more modern teaching blocks and a well-used library hub that acts as an academic focal point.
What Youll Bring
QTS or equivalent qualification in English
A strong academic background in Literature and/or Language
Confidence teaching analytical writing and exam technique
High expectations of behaviour and presentation
A collaborative reflective mindset
Why Join
Strong GCSE and A-Level results
A stable supportive English team
Clear behaviour systems and visible leadership
Realistic marking and assessment policies
Ongoing CPD with subject-specific focus
This is an excellent opportunity for an English teacher who values academic rigour professional collaboration and a school culture that supports both staff and students to succeed.
Please submit your CV to apply.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Math
- Special Education
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Cordova
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