English Teacher | Catholic Secondary School | Dudley
Job Summary
Position: English Teacher
Location: Dudley
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5
A highly regarded Catholic Secondary School in Dudley is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated English Teacher to join its successful English department from September. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a welcoming school community that combines strong academic expectations with exceptional pastoral care encouraging students to become thoughtful articulate and compassionate individuals.
The school is committed to delivering a broad and engaging English curriculum that nurtures creativity critical thinking and a lifelong appreciation of literature. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment excellent professional development opportunities and supportive leadership committed to helping both students and colleagues flourish.
The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 delivering engaging and intellectually stimulating lessons that develop students reading writing speaking and analytical skills.
Students study a diverse curriculum including Shakespeare classic and contemporary literature poetry drama creative writing and language analysis. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level English Literature and English Language examinations while encouraging independent thought confident communication and academic excellence.
You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through literacy initiatives book clubs theatre visits debating competitions creative writing workshops and enrichment activities that foster a genuine enthusiasm for English.
Teach English across KS3 KS4 and KS5
Deliver engaging challenging and well-structured lessons
Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level English Literature and Language examinations
Develop students analytical communication and creative writing skills
Assess progress and provide high-quality constructive feedback
Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development
Support literacy initiatives and extracurricular enrichment activities
Foster curiosity creativity and a lifelong love of English
This Catholic Secondary School is recognised for its inclusive ethos strong community spirit and commitment to academic achievement and personal development. Students are respectful motivated and eager to learn creating a calm and purposeful atmosphere throughout the school.
The English department is a collaborative team of experienced teachers with a strong record of student success. Staff benefit from excellent teaching resources ongoing professional development supportive leadership and clear opportunities for career progression.
Essential Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching English at secondary level
Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently
Strong subject knowledge in English Literature and Language
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
Experience teaching A-Level English Literature and/or English Language
Experience leading literacy or reading initiatives
Ability to contribute to debating drama or creative writing activities
A proven track record of delivering excellent student outcomes
If you are interested in this English Teacher role at a Catholic Secondary School in Dudley please submit your CV as soon as possible.
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