Teacher of English

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

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Cannock is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of English. The role offers opportunities to teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, within a supportive team. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for teaching. The school emphasizes a commitment to both staff and student wellbeing, providing excellent resources and opportunities for personal and professional development in a vibrant community setting.

Benefits

CPD

Wellbeing weeks

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in English or related subject.
• Ability to teach English across the 11–18 age range.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach English subjects across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Create engaging and motivating lessons.
• Work collaboratively in a supportive team environment.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to motivate students

Enthusiasm for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in English or related subject

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about English and ready to inspire the next generation? Norton Canes High School is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified Teacher of English to join our thriving department. Whether you’re an experienced educator or new to the profession, if you have excellent subject knowledge and a love for teaching, we want to hear from you!

Why Norton Canes High School?

• A welcoming, supportive team of subject specialists.
• Your own spacious, well-equipped classroom with modern resources.
• Opportunities to teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, including GCSE and A-Level.
• A school that values work-life balance, with policies designed to reduce workload.
• A vibrant, inclusive community located near the beautiful Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in English or related subject.
• Ability to teach English across the 11–18 age range.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student success.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Someone who can motivate and inspire students.
• A team player who loves sharing ideas and making lessons engaging.

Our Vision

Learners at the heart of all we do. We aim to provide an excellent education where every student fulfils their potential, supported by our values of Pride, Achievement, Respect, Kindness, and Teamwork.

Interested? Come and see for yourself! Visits are strongly encouraged to experience our positive and forward-thinking environment.

What the school offers its staff

• CPD
• Thinkwell counselling service
• OH service
• Wellbeing weeks
• Free car parking
• Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding

Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.