English and Media Teacher - Independent School in Reading - September

Perham Education Partnership; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished independent school in Reading is seeking a talented English and Media Teacher to join its faculty in September 2025. The school is known for its academic excellence and commitment to holistic education, offering a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have strong backgrounds in literature and media, dynamic teaching skills, and a passion for fostering critical thinking in students.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Small class sizes

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to inspire and engage students in literature and media studies.
• Experience in designing immersive lesson plans.
• Commitment to individual learning support and academic excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and Media subjects effectively.
• Collaborate with colleagues to innovate the curriculum.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities and events.

Skills

Dynamic teaching

Literary analysis

Media production

Critical thinking

Education

Degree in literature or media studies

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12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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An outstanding and highly regarded independent school in Readingis seeking a talented and dedicated English and Media Teacher to join its distinguished faculty in September 2025. Renowned for its academic excellence, small class sizes, and commitment to holistic education, the school provides an inspiring environment for both students and educators to thrive.

About the School:

This prestigious independent school is celebrated for its rigorous academic standards, outstanding student outcomes, and dedication to fostering intellectual curiosity. With state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative, forward-thinking teaching environment, the school offers an enriching and rewarding career opportunity for an ambitious English and Media educator.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a highly skilled and engaging English and Media teacher with a strong academic background in literature, media studies, language, and critical analysis.
• Inspire students through dynamic, immersive lessons that bring classic and contemporary literature, as well as media theory, to life.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and a deep appreciation for literature, media production, journalism, and digital communication.
• Be committed to supporting students’ individual learning needs while promoting academic excellence.
• Contribute to the school’s vibrant extracurricular offerings, such as creative writing clubs, media production workshops, film clubs, theatre productions, and literary events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance and develop the English and Media curriculum, ensuring it remains innovative and upholds the school’s high academic standards.

Why Join This School?

• Prestigious and High-Achieving: A school with a reputation for exceptional academic standards and a well-rounded education.
• Small Class Sizes: Enabling a personalized and impactful teaching approach for each student.
• Outstanding Resources: Access to cutting-edge facilities, media suites, and a vast literary collection to support teaching and learning.
• Supportive and Collaborative Environment: A collegial atmosphere where professional development and innovation are encouraged.
• Holistic Education: Opportunities to participate in theatre productions, literary festivals, film screenings, media projects, public speaking competitions, and other enriching extracurricular activities.

How to Apply:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious English and Media educator eager to teach in a dynamic and nurturing independent school.

To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!