English Teacher

Launch Education; Luton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Launch Education are partnering with a highly regarded Luton school to recruit an enthusiastic English Teacher on a full-time, permanent basis. Start ASAP with a significant CPD focus and clear opportunities for progression within a strong English department.

The school has improved substantially, with supportive leadership and strong pastoral care, offering a structured induction and a pathway to internal promotion.

Qualifications

• Must have passion for English and ability to deliver engaging lessons.
• Strong subject knowledge and commitment to high-quality teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Willingness to participate in CPD and induction programmes.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4 with high expectations for learning.
• Contribute to department improvement and professional development.
• Engage in CPD, induction and career progression opportunities.

Skills

English teaching

Job description

ENGLISH TEACHING OPPORTUNITY

HIGHLY RATED LUTON SCHOOL

Location: Luton

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: M1-UPS3, £34,069 – £52,835

Start: ASAP

Launch Education are working in partnership with a successful and ambitious 11-16 secondary school in the Luton area to recruit an enthusiastic and high-quality Teacher of English on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking English department within a school that has undergone significant improvement in recent years and is supported by a strong and experienced leadership team.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will join an energetic and ambitious department with high expectations for both teaching and learning.

We are looking for an English teacher who has a genuine enthusiasm for their subject, strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering engaging and effective lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

The school places a real emphasis on staff development, offering high-quality CPD, a comprehensive induction programme and clear opportunities for career progression. Teachers are encouraged to develop professionally, share best practice and take the next steps in their careers.

Why Consider This School?

The school has made substantial progress in recent years, with its most recent Ofsted inspection recognising strengths across areas including leadership, safeguarding, pastoral care, personal development and the school's inclusive culture.

Students benefit from a supportive environment where they are encouraged to be ambitious, while staff benefit from a collaborative culture and strong professional development.

The school can offer:

• A permanent position from January 2027, or sooner if available
• A well-established and supportive English department
• Strong and experienced school leadership
• Excellent, personalised CPD and professional development
• Clear career progression pathways and opportunities for internal promotion
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
• Modern, purpose-built facilities
• A collaborative culture with opportunities to share best practice
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Strong pastoral systems and positive relationships between staff and students
• Excellent road and public transport links, including convenient access to London

The Successful Candidate

We would be keen to speak with teachers who are passionate about English and committed to helping young people achieve their potential.

You will be someone who brings enthusiasm to the classroom, has high expectations of students and wants to contribute positively to an already established department.

ECTs are also encouraged to apply, with a full programme of support and professional development available.