English Literature & Language Teacher | Selective Independent School

Marchant Recruitment

St Albans

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an exceptional English teacher for a prestigious independent school in St Albans, England. The role involves teaching English Language and Literature across GCSE and A-Level, inspiring students to engage deeply with literature, language and critical thought.

The successful candidate will foster academic excellence, lead enrichment activities, and prepare students for demanding examinations, while contributing to a culture of scholarship and university preparation.

Qualifications

  • Academic pedigree with a strong degree in English Literature, English Language or a related subject.
  • Excellent understanding of canonical and contemporary literature.
  • Articulate and inspiring classroom practitioner.
  • Strong experience preparing students for GCSE or A-Level examinations.
  • Genuine interest in literary criticism and academic debate.

Responsibilities

  • Advanced Teaching: Deliver English Language and Literature across GCSE and A-Level.
  • Literary Scholarship: Teach challenging texts across poetry, prose, drama and non-fiction.
  • Examination Preparation: Prepare students for demanding written examinations and coursework.
  • Academic Enrichment: Lead reading groups, essay competitions and literary societies.
  • Oxbridge Preparation: Support students applying for English, Humanities and related university courses.

Skills

Classroom management
Literary analysis
Curriculum delivery
GCSE/A-Level pedagogy
Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in English Literature or English Language

Job description

Salary: Highly Competitive Independent School Scale + Benefits


Are you an exceptional English teacher with the intellectual confidence to inspire students to engage deeply with literature, language and critical thought?


A prestigious independent school in St Albans is seeking a talented English specialist to join its highly regarded faculty. The successful candidate will teach academically ambitious students and contribute to a culture of scholarship, creativity and outstanding examination performance.


The Role


  • Advanced Teaching: Deliver English Language and Literature across GCSE and A-Level.

  • Literary Scholarship: Teach challenging texts across poetry, prose, drama and non-fiction.

  • Examination Preparation: Prepare students for demanding written examinations and coursework.

  • Academic Enrichment: Lead reading groups, essay competitions and literary societies.

  • Oxbridge Preparation: Support students applying for English, Humanities and related university courses.


The Candidate


  • Academic Pedigree: A strong degree in English Literature, English Language or a related subject.

  • Subject Knowledge: Excellent understanding of canonical and contemporary literature.

  • Communication: An articulate and inspiring classroom practitioner.

  • Assessment Expertise: Strong experience preparing students for GCSE or A-Level examinations.

  • Intellectual Curiosity: A genuine interest in literary criticism and academic debate.


The Environment


  • Academic Excellence: A motivated student body with high aspirations.

  • Outstanding Resources: Extensive library provision and specialist teaching spaces.

  • Enrichment Culture: Regular lectures, competitions and university preparation.

  • Professional Development: Opportunities to develop curriculum leadership and scholarship.


English Literature & Language Teacher | Selective Independent School St Albans, England, United Kingdom

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