Teacher Of English

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Tadley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time or four-day working

Support from Teaching Personnel

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is working with an aspirational secondary school in the Tadley area to recruit a passionate Teacher of English from January 2027. This role offers a full-time contract, with a four-day option for the right candidate, and a supportive English department.

The successful candidate will plan, teach and assess KS3 and KS4 English, deliver GCSE language and literature content, and contribute to literacy initiatives, enrichment and departmental planning.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the secondary English curriculum.
• Be confident teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students through language and literature.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management.
• Create an inclusive and purposeful learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with departmental and pastoral colleagues.
• Be committed to safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach GCSE English Language and English Literature.
• Develop students' reading, writing and analytical skills across varied texts.
• Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations.
• Mark work and provide constructive feedback and use data to support progress.
• Adapt teaching to meet SEND and mixed-ability learners.
• Contribute to literacy, enrichment and departmental planning.

Skills

Teaching English

KS3 & KS4

Assessment & feedback

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of English - Tadley Area

January 2027 Start | Full-Time or Four Days Per Week | Long-Term Opportunity

Inspire Confident Readers, Writers and Thinkers

Teaching Personnel is working with an aspirational secondary school in the Tadley area to recruit a passionate Teacher of English from January 2027.

The school is primarily seeking a full-time teacher, although a four-day working week may be considered for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive English department and inspire students through literature, language, creative writing and purposeful communication. The successful teacher will take responsibility for planning, marking, assessment and student progress across Key Stages 3 and 4.

About the School

This ambitious secondary school supports just over 1,000 students and benefits from an attractive semi-rural setting with extensive grounds and green surroundings.

The school offers a broad curriculum alongside strong pastoral support and a wide range of extracurricular activities, trips and enrichment opportunities. Its active approach to English has included live performances of GCSE texts, Shakespeare workshops, reading initiatives and investment in the school library.

The school maintains a clear focus on high-quality teaching through departmental reviews, professional development, supportive monitoring and collaboration with external education partners.

The Role

As a Teacher of English, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach GCSE English Language and English Literature
• Develop students' reading, writing and analytical skillsIntroduce learners to fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama
• Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations
• Mark work and provide constructive feedback
• Use assessment to identify gaps and support progress
• Adapt teaching for SEND and mixed-ability learners
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to literacy, enrichment and departmental planning

The Ideal Candidate

You will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have strong knowledge of the secondary English curriculum
• Be confident teaching across KS3 and KS4
• Inspire students through language and literature
• Demonstrate effective classroom management
• Create an inclusive and purposeful learning environment
• Work collaboratively with departmental and pastoral colleagues
• Be committed to safeguarding and student welfare

Applications are welcomed from experienced English teachers and ECTs who are confident taking responsibility for a full teaching timetable.

What the School Offers

• Full-time or four-day working arrangements
• A welcoming and aspirational school community
• An attractive semi-rural setting
• Opportunities to contribute to literacy and enrichment
• A broad curriculum and strong pastoral provision
• Ongoing professional development
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant