Position: English Teacher
Location: Northampton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5
English Teacher Role in an Outstanding Secondary School
An Outstanding Secondary School in Northampton is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated English Teacher to join its highly successful English department from September. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a school recognised for its exceptional academic standards, inclusive ethos, and unwavering commitment to helping every student realise their potential.
The school has built an outstanding reputation for delivering a broad and ambitious curriculum alongside exceptional pastoral care. Students are engaged, respectful, and eager to learn, while staff benefit from a collaborative culture where innovation, professional development, and wellbeing are genuinely valued.
About the Role
The successful candidate will teach English Language and English Literature across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students' literacy, analytical thinking, and appreciation of great literature.
Students study a rich and diverse curriculum, exploring classic and contemporary texts, poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction from a wide range of authors and cultures. You will inspire students to become confident readers, thoughtful writers, and articulate communicators while preparing them for GCSE and A-Level examinations.
The successful candidate will also contribute to curriculum development and wider enrichment opportunities, including creative writing clubs, theatre visits, debating competitions, public speaking events, and literacy initiatives across the school.
Key Responsibilities
Teach English Language and English Literature across KS3, KS4, and KS5
Deliver engaging and academically challenging lessons
Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations
Develop students' reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills
Assess progress and provide high-quality, constructive feedback
Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development
Support literacy initiatives and extracurricular activities
Foster a lifelong appreciation of literature and language
The School Environment
This Outstanding Secondary School is widely recognised for its culture of academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and commitment to developing well-rounded young people. Students are encouraged to think critically, express themselves confidently, and embrace opportunities both within and beyond the classroom.
The English department is one of the school's strongest faculties, with experienced teachers who work collaboratively to deliver an ambitious curriculum and consistently excellent outcomes. Staff benefit from outstanding professional development, modern teaching facilities, and a leadership team that is committed to supporting career progression while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching English at secondary level
Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently
Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
Experience teaching A-Level English Language and/or Literature
Experience leading literacy or reading initiatives
Ability to contribute to creative writing or debating enrichment activities
A proven track record of securing excellent student outcomes
How to Apply
If you are interested in this English Teacher role at an Outstanding Secondary School in Northampton, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
