Teacher of English

Ryburn Valley High School; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryburn Valley High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English teacher to join the English department on a permanent, full-time basis. The role offers a stable position with the chance to influence student outcomes and contribute to a vibrant school community.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality English provision, work within a supportive team, and uphold the school’s ethos of excellence and inclusion. Closing date is 5 October 2026, with a start date of 1 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and engaging classroom presence.
• Ability to inspire a love of language and literature.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English curriculum and lessons.
• Adhere to the DfE Teachers’ Standards in all duties.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with the English department to improve teaching and learning.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Dedicated

Ambitious

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Salary: TeacherScales.

Contract: Permanent.

Hours: Full-time.

Closing Date: Monday5th October 2026 at 9am.

Start Date: 1stJanuary 2027.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receivesufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, pleasesubmit your application as early as possible.

Are you an enthusiastic,dedicated, and ambitious teacher who thrives on inspiring young minds andcreating an environment where every student can achieve their full potential?Do you understand the importance of building a culture and ethos that promotesexcellence, equality, and the highest expectations for all students, regardlessof background or ability? At Ryburn Valley High School, we believe that greatteaching transforms lives — and we are looking for someone who shares thatbelief.

We are seeking a passionate andcommitted Teacher of English to join our successful and supportive Englishdepartment on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a keyrole within an established team and contribute to the continued success anddevelopment of teaching and learning across the department.

You will have the opportunityto shape young people’s futures, nurture a lifelong love of language andliterature, and contribute to a forward-thinking team where colleagues workcollaboratively to deliver an outstanding education within a collaborative andvibrant environment. You will be supported through strong departmentalcollaboration, shared expertise, and established schemes of work, enabling youto thrive and make a lasting contribution to the school community.

What the role involves in a nutshell:

• To deliver high-qualitycurriculum provision through effective teaching and learning of English.
• To carry out the professionalduties of a qualified teacher as identified in the DfE Teachers’ Standards.
• Set appropriate and demandingexpectations for students’ learning, motivation, and presentation of work.
• Set high expectations forstudent behaviour to create a purposeful working atmosphere and a safe andrespectful classroom environment that supports the learning of all students.

Whatyou’ll get in return?

You’llbe joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – withnumerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

Inaddition to this you will benefit from:

• Automaticenrolment to the Teacher Pension Fund.
• ASupportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.
• Staffdevelopment through proactive personal and professionaldevelopment.
• Workingas part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of ourstudents.
• Free Parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Eye Care.
• Annual Flu Vaccines.
• Home & Technology Scheme.
• Rewards and discounts.
• GP Online and Prescription Service.
• YourCare Wellbeing & EAP.
• Lifestylebenefits & discounts.

Diverseperspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcomeapplications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience andskills needed to perform this role.

If our school sounds like a place in whichyou could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.

Read our Job Pack below for further information.

SAFERRECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerableadults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supportsthis commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check; the post is exemptfrom the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (as amended in 2013 and2020). Guidanceon the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 -GOV.UK

Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you arebarred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online publicsearch in line with guidance from the Department for Education and KeepingChildren Safe in Education 2026.