English Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher. The successful candidate will inspire students with their knowledge and passion for English, teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, and contribute to the curriculum and school life. The role requires Qualified Teacher Status and a commitment to high standards. The school values community engagement and offers a supportive environment for teachers.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Professional development opportunities

Community engagement

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher required.
• Must be able to inspire students with strong subject knowledge.
• Commitment to safeguarding and professional development essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that motivate learners.
• Assess and track student progress effectively.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for English

Ability to build positive relationships with students

Commitment to high standards of teaching

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Reflective practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join our supportive and forward‑thinking secondary school. The successful candidates will ideally be able to inspire and excite our students with their knowledge and passion for the subject, fostering a love of literature, and helping learners develop essential language skills.

If you feel you share our Campus vision of transforming lives, strengthening communities, and making the world a better place, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Plan and deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons that motivate and challenge learners of all abilities
• Assess, track and support student progress effectively
• Contribute to curriculum development within the English department
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)
• Has strong subject knowledge and a passion for English
• Is committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships with students
• Is reflective, organised and committed to professional development

What the school offers its staff

Cranbrook Education Campus is a unique all‑through school that operates at the heart of its community, offering aspirational learning and opportunities to transform the lives of our pupils. Our mission is to transform lives and strengthen our communities to make the world a better place. We do this by living our values of “the PERKS” of being #Crantastic”. We are Proud, Engaged, Ready, Kind and Safe.

Safeguarding

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check. A copy of Cranbrook Education Campus Safeguarding Policy can be accessed by visiting our website https://www.cranbrook.education/information/safeguarding

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education.

Transport Links to Cranbrook Education Campus

Rail (Train)

• The town is served by Cranbrook (Devon) railway station, on the West of England Main Line / East Devon Line.
• Trains provide hourly (or close to hourly) services, linking Cranbrook with Exeter St Davids / Exeter Central and continuing on to destinations like London Waterloo, among others.

Bus

• Several bus routes serve Cranbrook, provided by Stagecoach South West (and earlier services) — e.g. route 4, 4A and 4B.
• The 4 / 4A link Cranbrook with Exeter, other nearby towns such as Ottery St Mary and Honiton.

Road & Cycling / Car

• Cranbrook lies near major roads: it’s roughly 2 km east of the M5 motorway, and north of the A30 road.
• There is a dedicated cycle / pedestrian link into Exeter via a bridge over the M5 (the Redhayes Bridge), which helps for cycling or walking commutes.