Teacher of English (full time or part time)

Christ The King College; Swindon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECT Induction Programme

Professional Development

Career Progression

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Christ the King College in England is seeking a Teacher of English to join our vibrant English Department. This role is open to newly qualified teachers for a full-time or part-time position, with a dedicated ECT induction programme and mentoring.

You will deliver engaging English lessons across secondary age ranges, foster a love of reading and writing, adapt your approach to meet all learners' needs, and contribute to the wider life of the college within our joint Church of England and

Qualifications

• Exceptional classroom practitioner or currently training to be one
• Passionate about English and able to communicate that energy to students of all abilities
• Committed to high professional standards and continuous self-improvement
• Sympathetic to the Christian ethos and values of our College community

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons across secondary age ranges
• Inspire students with a passion for reading, writing, and critical thinking
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring excellent progress for every student
• Contribute to the wider life of the College and uphold our joint-faith ethos

Skills

English teaching

Reading & literature

Student engagement

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious English specialist looking to teach in a supportive and truly unique environment? Christ the King College is seeking a Teacher of English to join our vibrant and high-performing English Department. This position is ideally suited for newly qualified teachers looking for a full-time or part -time position, although applications from more experienced candidates are also welcome.

As the only joint Church of England and Catholic secondary college on the Isle of Wight, we provide a distinctive education built on Christian values. Our mission is to support every student in becoming "the best they can possibly be," combining academic excellence with strong pastoral care and spiritual guidance.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a department that values creativity, collaboration, and a love for literature and language. You will:

1. Deliver high-quality English lessons across secondary age ranges
2. Inspire students with a passion for reading, writing, and critical thinking.
3. Adapt your teaching to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring excellent progress for every student.
4. Contribute to the wider life of the College and uphold our joint-faith ethos.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who is:

1. An exceptional classroom practitioner or currently training to be one
2. Passionate about English and able to communicate that energy to students of all abilities.
3. Committed to high professional standards and continuous self-improvement.
4. Sympathetic to the Christian ethos and values of our College community.

What We Offer

1. A Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced specialists in a department known for its support and shared resources.
2. A dedicated ECT Induction Programme: You will receive high-quality mentoring and a reduced timetable to support your professional growth.
3. Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and opportunities to contribute to curriculum initiatives.
4. Career Progression: While this post is particularly suited for an ECT, we value long-term growth and offer development opportunities and whole-school responsibilities for colleagues looking to further their teaching career.

The school has over 1,100 students on roll, including a Sixth Form College of about 200 students. It is a well-established comprehensive school, which is well supported by parents and highly respected in the community.

Our students are very talented, a joy to teach and standards of performance and expectations are very high. We have an outstanding vision for our young people. If you would like to be part of this successful and thriving school and are a well-qualified and highly motivated professional, we would like to hear from you.

Please be aware that we can only accept applications from overseas candidates who have the Right to Work in the UK.