Teacher of English in Manchester

Contract Type: Fixed Term; Working Hours: Full Time; Number of Positions: 1; Qualifications Required: QTS; Start Date: 1st September 2026; Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of English to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School on a fixed term basis for 1 Academic Year (1st September 2026 - 31st August 2027). At Chorlton High School, pupils flourish. Our committed and ambitious leaders and staff strive for high achievement for all and prepare students for life beyond the classroom. Pupils are proud to belong to a high-achieving and caring community where difference is welcomed, diversity is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to succeed. Our school provides a calm, purposeful and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe to be themselves. They know that adults will not give up on them and are encouraged to strive relentlessly to meet the high expectations that surround them. Pupils treat one another with respect and are supported by staff who know them well. As a result, students, including those who are disadvantaged or face additional barriers to learning, achieve highly and benefit from a rich curriculum and consistently strong teaching across subjects.

Main Purpose of the Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for improving the standards of learning and raising levels of student achievement for all students in their care. They will fulfil the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, meeting the Professional Standards for Teachers appropriate to their career stage. The key purpose of the role is to secure high standards of teaching, learning and achievement in English, ensuring all students make strong progress and are supported to reach their full potential. The post holder will be accountable to the Curriculum Leader, Senior Leader and ultimately the Headteacher.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive English lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Promote excellent academic progress, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress, implementing timely interventions where required.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of an ambitious and engaging English curriculum.
• Work collaboratively within the English department and across the school to support our vision and values.
• Foster a positive learning environment that supports achievement and personal development.
• Support the pastoral development of students, including acting as a form tutor where required.
• Play an active role in enrichment opportunities and extra-curricular activities.
• Reflect on and improve practice through professional development and collaborative working.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external partners.
• Contribute to school improvement priorities and the wider life of the school.

We’re looking for:

• A qualified teacher of English with successful experience, or the potential to be highly successful, in the 11–16 phase.
• A passion for English and a commitment to securing excellent outcomes for all students.
• Strong subject knowledge and an understanding of current curriculum developments.
• The ability to deliver high-quality teaching that inspires curiosity, enthusiasm and a love of learning.
• High expectations of student achievement, behaviour and engagement.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and ensuring every student can succeed.
• The ability to secure positive outcomes for young people.
• Collaborative working with colleagues and contributing positively to a strong team culture.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A keen interest in contributing to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities and pastoral support.

Why Join Chorlton High School? This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, inclusive and ambitious school community where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to develop professionally. You will work alongside dedicated colleagues who share a commitment to ensuring every young person achieves their potential and leaves school ready for their next steps.

Equality, diversity and safeguarding: We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.