Teacher of English

Driver Hire Borders; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a qualified English Teacher starting September 2025. Join a dedicated team within a high-performing English department focused on fostering a passion for reading and writing. The school offers a supportive environment along with career progression opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Impact on students' lives

Competitive salary and benefits package

Refer a Friend scheme (£300 voucher)

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum.
• Enhanced DBS on update service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Prepare engaging schemes of work aligned with curriculum objectives.
• Assess and track student progress regularly.

Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication

Creative and engaging teaching approach

Organisational and planning skills

Data analysis and tracking for pupil progress

Adaptability to different learning needs

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification

Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum

Job description

Are you ready to join a thriving, inclusive, and forward-thinking secondary school community?

Are you skilled in adapting your teaching to engage all abilities and learning styles?

Can you challenge students while creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment?

If your answer is "yes", we want to hear from you.

The Role

A respected and high-performing secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a qualified and experienced English Teacher to join their dedicated team full-time from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school known for academic excellence, supportive leadership, and a strong sense of community. You will be part of a thriving English department that fosters a passion for reading, writing, and critical thinking across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 is desirable but not essential.

About the School

This outstanding secondary school, located in the area of Sheffield, has a longstanding reputation for excellence in education. The English department is one of the strongest in the school, consistently delivering outstanding outcomes and engaging lessons. Students are ambitious, well-behaved, and eager to learn, and the leadership team places staff well-being and continuous improvement at the heart of its ethos.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified teacher status(QTS) or an equivalent qualification
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Essential Skills

• Passion for English Language and Literature
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Creative and engaging teaching approach
• Organisational and planning skills
• Data analysis and tracking for pupil progress
• Adaptability to different learning needs

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Prepare engaging schemes of work aligned with curriculum objectives.
• Mark student work in line with school policy and provide constructive feedback.
• Assess and track student progress regularly.
• Promote a love of reading and writing across the curriculum.
• Support the development of literacy across the school.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan cross-curricular activities.
• Attend departmental and whole-school meetings.
• Lead or support extra-curricular activities, such as debating or creative writing clubs.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities in line with school policy.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of Teacher of English. For more information, please contact [e-mail] or call 01142743765 to speak to the secondary team.