English Teacher at Maiden Erlegh School

Maiden Erlegh Trust

Reading

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GBP 33,000 - 51,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading invites applications for a Classroom Teacher of English. You will plan, resource and deliver high‑quality lessons, contribute to curriculum development and create an ambitious learning environment where students make strong progress.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, a PGCE or equivalent, and a good degree. You will engage with ICT, support wider school activities and work as part of a committed Trust team.

Qualifications

Hold a good quality degree, a PGCE or equivalent qualification in secondary education, and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Proven ability to deliver engaging and effective English lessons.
Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs and support students’ learning.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality English lessons that engage, challenge and inspire students.
Create an inclusive classroom environment where all students make strong progress and achieve high standards.
Use a range of teaching strategies to meet differing needs and overcome barriers to learning.
Assess students’ knowledge and progress to inform future teaching and improvement.
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, creating a safe learning environment.
Contribute to the development and delivery of the English curriculum.
Build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Collaborate with staff to support wider personal development and wellbeing.

Skills

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Engaging classroom practitioner

ICT for teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree and PGCE or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Job description

Job Reference # EDV/2026/MES/72287

Location Silverdale Rd, Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 7HS

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)

MPR/UPR based on experience

Closing Date Midnight, Wed 21st Oct, 2026

Start Date January 2027

Positions Available 1

About This Role

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Classroom Teacher of English to join our team at Maiden Erlegh School.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled classroom practitioner who is passionate about English and committed to helping every student achieve their potential. You will plan, resource and deliver highly effective lessons, contribute to curriculum development and create a safe, purposeful and ambitious learning environment in which students can make strong progress and achieve high academic standards.

You will use a range of effective teaching approaches to engage students, promote enjoyment of English and overcome barriers to learning. The successful candidate will establish positive professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents and carers and will contribute positively to the wider life of the school and Trust.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality English lessons that engage, challenge and inspire students.
Create a purposeful and inclusive classroom environment where all students are supported to make strong progress and achieve high academic standards.
Use a range of effective teaching strategies to meet differing needs and overcome barriers to learning.
Assess students’ knowledge, understanding and progress, using this information to inform future teaching and support improvement.
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, engagement and achievement, creating a safe and positive environment for learning.
Contribute to the development and effective delivery of the English curriculum.
Build positive and professional relationships with students, parents, carers and colleagues.
Direct and work effectively with support staff assigned to lessons to help students access learning successfully.
Contribute to tutor provision and support students’ wider personal development and wellbeing.
Take an active role in the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities where appropriate.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the sharing of effective practice within the school and across the wider Trust.
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people, following all relevant school and Trust policies and procedures. The ideal candidate
You will be an enthusiastic and reflective teacher who is passionate about English and committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

You Will

Hold a good quality degree, a PGCE or equivalent qualification in secondary education, and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Be a skilled classroom practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
Have high expectations of students and a strong commitment to securing excellent progress and achievement.
Be able to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.
Communicate clearly and effectively and build positive professional relationships with students, colleagues, parents and carers.
Be organised, reliable and able to manage workload and competing priorities effectively.
Be confident using ICT to enhance teaching and learning.
Be collaborative, approachable and willing to work positively with colleagues and support staff.
Be committed to ongoing professional learning and developing your own practice.
Be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider and extra-curricular life of the school.
Share the values and high expectations of Maiden Erlegh Trust, with a clear commitment to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Maiden Erlegh School (MES)

Maiden Erlegh School is a highly successful comprehensive school for students aged 11–18, located in Lower Earley, near Reading. Relationships between students and staff are extremely positive, and students are keen, curious, respectful and ambitious.

Academic outcomes continue to improve year on year, with the school placing in the top 50 schools nationally for Progress 8, alongside a thriving sixth form.

Staff are dedicated professionals who go the extra mile to support students to achieve their best. The school offers strong professional development opportunities and a warm, supportive welcome to new colleagues.

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together.

These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.

Benefits Of Working With Maiden Erlegh Trust

Pension Scheme – Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Annual Leave – Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
ME Day – One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event
Professional Development – Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
Hybrid Working – Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
Perkbox – Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
Wellbeing and Health – Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support and discount schemes
Mental Health First Aid Support
Recognition and Community – Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
Employee Referral Scheme

Additional Information

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Safeguarding Statement

Maiden Erlegh Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Maiden Erlegh Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.