Teacher of English

Heathside school; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Heathside School seeks an enthusiastic Teacher of English to join a dynamic department. This role offers the chance to impact students' literary skills and foster a love for reading and writing. The school values a supportive and inclusive environment, prioritizing staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Confident teaching a broad base of English.
• Provide high quality teaching for excellent student progress.
• Plan effective lessons meeting curriculum requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students to develop a love for reading and writing.
• Promote student achievement through assessment and feedback.
• Adapt teaching to enable all students to access learning.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Applicants welcomed from ECTs and more experienced candidates

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and dedicated Teacher of English to join our dynamic English department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' literary skills and help them develop a love for reading, writing, and communication.

At Heathside Weybridge, we are more than just a school – we are a vibrant and inclusive community where every member of staff is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

When you join us, you become part of an environment that is:

• Welcoming and Challenging: We provide a secure and positive atmosphere that inspires both staff and students to achieve their full potential through encouragement and meaningful challenges. We want you to enjoy your job!
• Respectful and Inclusive: We foster a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, ensuring everyone feels a true sense of belonging, regardless of their background or identity.
• Supportive of Your Growth: Your personal and professional development matters to us. We are committed to offering ongoing opportunities to learn and develop.
• Committed to Wellbeing: We prioritise the wellbeing of our staff, providing the care, resources, and flexibility you need to flourish in both your career and personal life. We are proud that we were successfully reaccredited with the Wellbeing Award for School in 2024.

If you are ready to be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous growth, we would love to hear from you.

We welcome candidates who are:

• Confident teaching a broad base of English
• Provide high quality teaching whereby students make excellent progress over time and are suitably challenged
• Plan effective lessons which fulfil the requirements of the curriculum ensuring students reach their academic and creative potential
• Actively promote student achievement through frequent teacher assessment and feedback
• Adapt teaching, learning and assessment to enable all students to access learning

If you’re passionate about helping students succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing date: 9am Monday 2nd June 2025

Interviews: w/c Monday 2nd June 2025

Applications will be considered as they are received.

We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.