English Teacher - Secondary School - Bradford

Marchant Recruitment; Aberford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford secondary school is seeking an English Teacher to join its English Department. You will teach English across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE English Language and Literature, and help students become confident readers, writers and communicators.

The role requires QTS or a recognised teaching qualification, and is a full-time, permanent position with an ASAP start. You will contribute to reading initiatives and broader English enrichment activities while maintaining high expectations around

Qualifications

• English Degree or related subject.
• QTS or recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4.
• GCSE English Language and Literature experience.
• Strong subject knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong classroom management.
• Effective planning and assessment skills.
• Ability to differentiate effectively.
• Commitment to improving literacy and student progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE English Language and Literature.
• Regular marking and feedback to support student progress.
• Create a positive classroom environment with clear behaviour expectations.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and English enrichment activities.

Skills

English teaching

KS3 & KS4

GCSE English

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment skills

Differentiation

Literacy development

Education

English degree

QTS

Job description

English Teacher - Secondary School - Bradford

A secondary school in Bradford is seeking a dedicated and inspiring English Teacher to join its English Department. The school is looking for a teacher who can help students become confident readers, thoughtful writers and capable communicators.

• English Teacher Role

• Teaching English across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE English Language and Literature

• Bradford

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full-time, Permanent

• ASAP Start

You will teach English across KS3 and KS4, delivering lessons that develop students' reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills.

At KS3, you will introduce pupils to a broad selection of literary and non-literary texts while building their vocabulary, comprehension and ability to discuss ideas in detail.

At GCSE, you will prepare students for English Language and Literature examinations. You will help them develop the ability to analyse texts closely, select relevant evidence and construct clear, well-developed written arguments.

The role will involve regular marking and feedback, with students encouraged to respond to feedback and take increasing responsibility for improving their work.

You will create a classroom environment where students feel confident contributing to discussions and sharing interpretations, while maintaining clear expectations around behaviour and academic effort.

English Teacher - School Information

This is a secondary school in Bradford with a strong focus on developing students' literacy, confidence and academic achievement.

The English Department provides students with opportunities to study a range of literary genres and develop the skills needed to communicate effectively. Teachers encourage students to read widely and think critically about the texts they encounter.

You will join a supportive department where colleagues work together on curriculum planning, assessment and resources. There are also opportunities to contribute to reading initiatives and wider English enrichment activities.

English Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• English Degree or related subject

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching English at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4

• GCSE English Language and Literature experience

• Strong subject knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Strong classroom management

• Effective planning and assessment skills

• Ability to differentiate effectively

• Commitment to improving literacy and student progress

Salary

The salary for this English Teacher position will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.