Teacher of English in Waverley

School Cranleigh School Salary Competitive Working hours Full time Application Deadline Thursday, November 12, 2026 Job Summary

This is a role for a teacher who wants to teach English across Years 9–13 in a busy boarding school and contribute to a lively department that values scholarship, creativity and theatre visits. You will teach IGCSE and A Level classes, support students aiming for top grades (including Oxbridge applicants if desired), and take an active part in boarding-school life including tutoring and one evening duty per week.

What you'll be doing

• Delivering high-quality lessons across Years 9–13 (sets allocated by the Head of English)




• Preparing lesson materials that follow the departmental schemes for Edexcel IGCSE and A Level




• Contributing to shared department resources, trips and extracurricular activities (theatre visits, societies, competitions)




• Setting and marking assessed work in line with the School Assessment and Feedback policies




• Providing written reports, grades and summative assessment marks to published deadlines




• Running drop-in clinics and being available to support students outside lessons




• Participating in weekly department meetings and Sixth Form enrichment work




• Acting as a tutor within a Boarding House and contributing to the co-curricular programme

What we're looking for

Essential

• Good honours degree in English or a closely related subject




• Clear understanding of IGCSE and A Level assessment and marking criteria




• Strong classroom organisation and the ability to manage mixed-ability, co-educational classes




• Collaborative working style, empathy and a good sense of humour

Desirable

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (e.g., PGCE)




• Proven track record of strong GCSE and A Level results




• Experience teaching 13–18 in coeducational settings




• Interest in cultural topics on exam syllabuses, EdTech/AI in language learning




• Pastoral experience as a Tutor and willingness to contribute to sport or activities

About the team

The English Department is a friendly group of nine teachers who teach across Years 9–13. Around 30 students choose English at A Level each year; the department runs theatre trips, lectures, creative competitions and a Sixth Form Minot Society.

For informal enquiries contact Mr Gordon Neill, Head of English, by email: gjnn@cranleigh.org

Cranleigh offers a supportive community environment and also a wide range of benefits.

CRANLEIGH School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.

About us

Ex Cultu Robur – From Our Culture Comes Strength

Our motto defines every aspect of school life and the foundation of a career at Cranleigh.

Our Aims

• To empower our staffto be the best they can be so that they thrive in all aspects of their professional and personal lives.




• To inspire a dedicated community of professionals who think globally, act with integrity, and make courageous contributions to the running and success of our school.




• To nurture problem-solvers, creatives, and skilled communicators across all departments, valuing colleagues who model curiosity, generosity, and humility.

Our Ethos

• We are one school with two sites (Prep and Senior), united by a single, dedicated team.




• We are unapologetically ambitious for all our staff, providing the professional development, modern tools, and support needed to excel in every department.




• We believe every member of our team—whether working in the classroom, operations, administration, or support services—is capable of outstanding performance within the healthy, happy, and inclusive atmosphere we work so hard to maintain.




• We expect our team to bring passion to their roles, collaborate across departments, and engage constructively with feedback and growth.




• We work in partnership with colleagues to provide a balanced, supportive environment that nurtures personal responsibility and the well-being of every staff member.




• We set our people up for success. Whatever your role, expertise, or background, you will find a champion, a mentor, and a collaborative community at Cranleigh.

The Cranleigh Culture

From this culture, our staff find the strength to:

ASPIRE BOLDLYby setting ambitious goals, embracing operational and educational challenges, and striving for excellence. We champion curiosity, creativity, and a proactive appetite for problem-solving.

BE YOURSELFby bringing authenticity, self-awareness, and confidence to work every day. We value resilience, integrity, and emotional intelligence across our entire workforce.

CARE FOR OTHERSby practicing kindness, empathy, and service. We foster a whole-school environment of deep respect, compassion, and true collaboration.

This is the spirit of Cranleigh.

Contact Details

If you have any questions about this role, or wish to discuss please contact us by email at recruiting@cranleigh.org or by telephone on 01483 542128

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