Rare 2nd in English Vacancy in Luton (September 2026)
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Job Summary
A highly regarded school in Luton is seeking to appoint an ambitious and talented Second in English to join its successful English department. This role is to start in September 2026.
Job Overview
This co-educational school in Luton has an excellent reputation and a strong community ethos. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the leadership and development of the English department helping to deliver engaging and high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with KS5 teaching available where suitable).
Working closely with the Head of English you will help drive standards of teaching and learning support curriculum development monitor student progress and contribute to raising attainment across the department.
The School in Luton
The school is recognised as one of the stronger local providers offering a positive and well-structured learning environment. Staff frequently describe the school as having a strong sense of community pride and support with a clear commitment to staff wellbeing.
The school is dedicated to developing well-rounded students through its Personal Social Moral Spiritual and Cultural (PSMSC) programme.
The English department is collaborative ambitious and forward-thinking with a clear focus on high standards literacy development and student success. Staff work closely together to share best practice develop resources and support one anothers professional growth.
Second in English Experience and Qualifications
The successful candidate will ideally have:
A degree in English or a related subject
A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (such as PGCE)
Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
A strong understanding of curriculum planning and assessment
The ability to support departmental leadership and drive improvement
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A passion for literature language and student achievement
The legal right to work in the UK
Application
To be considered for this Second in English opportunity in Luton please submit your CV as soon as possible.
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