Teacher of English – Secondary School – Milton Keynes

A well-regarded secondary school in Milton Keynes is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of English to join its committed English department. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about literacy language and literature and who wants to help students build confidence in reading writing and oracy.

The school has a strong focus on academic progress clear behaviour routines and a calm learning environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high. Staff benefit from supportive leadership consistent systems and a collaborative culture across departments.

About the Role

As Teacher of English you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience and timetable. You will deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:

• Strong reading comprehension and analytical skills

• Confident extended writing through modelling structure and purposeful practice

• Secure vocabulary grammar and sentence fluency across year groups

• Effective exam technique through deliberate practice and precise feedback

Students study a range of engaging texts including novels plays poetry and non-fiction. Lessons are structured to encourage discussion and interpretation while ensuring pupils develop the skills needed for GCSE success including comparison evaluation and sustained argument.

You will support learners with different starting points using effective scaffolding where needed while maintaining high expectations and providing stretch and challenge for high attainers.

The English Department

The English department is a supportive well-organised team with a shared commitment to raising attainment and building students confidence as readers and writers. Teachers collaborate on planning share high-quality resources and use consistent approaches to assessment to ensure strong progress for all learners.

The department values:

• Clear explanation modelling and guided practice in reading and writing

• Consistent routines that maximise learning time and support positive behaviour

• A strong focus on literacy vocabulary and structured extended responses

• Intervention and revision support that is targeted and well planned at GCSE

Staff are supported through coaching shared planning time and opportunities to develop practice across the department.

About the School

The school serves a diverse community and has established a calm purposeful learning culture supported by clear expectations and consistent behaviour systems. Classrooms are focused and students are encouraged to take pride in their work.

Leaders prioritise professional development and staff wellbeing offering practical CPD and a supportive environment where teachers are trusted to deliver ambitious teaching within a structured curriculum. The school is committed to inclusion and supports learners with SEND and EAL through strong teaching and targeted strategies.

Key Information

• Location: Milton Keynes

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent (or as agreed)

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

• Have strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons with high expectations

• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps and secure progress

• Build positive relationships and maintain a calm purposeful classroom culture

• Work collaboratively within a supportive English team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive and collaborative English department with shared resources

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm effective teaching

• Well-sequenced curriculum and consistent approaches

• Strong CPD and opportunities for professional development

• Welcoming Milton Keynes school community focused on student success

This is a fantastic opportunity for an English teacher who wants to inspire confident readers and writers strengthen outcomes and contribute to a supportive department in a well-regarded Milton Keynes secondary school.