Role: Teacher of English (KS4–KS5)
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: Highly Competitive Independent School Scale + Benefits
Are you an exceptional English teacher with the intellectual confidence to inspire students to engage deeply with literature, language and critical thought?
A prestigious independent school in St Albans is seeking a talented English specialist to join its highly regarded faculty. The successful candidate will teach academically ambitious students and contribute to a culture of scholarship, creativity and outstanding examination performance.
The Role
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Advanced Teaching: Deliver English Language and Literature across GCSE and A-Level.
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Literary Scholarship: Teach challenging texts across poetry, prose, drama and non-fiction.
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Examination Preparation: Prepare students for demanding written examinations and coursework.
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Academic Enrichment: Lead reading groups, essay competitions and literary societies.
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Oxbridge Preparation: Support students applying for English, Humanities and related university courses.
The Candidate
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Academic Pedigree: A strong degree in English Literature, English Language or a related subject.
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Subject Knowledge: Excellent understanding of canonical and contemporary literature.
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Communication: An articulate and inspiring classroom practitioner.
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Assessment Expertise: Strong experience preparing students for GCSE or A-Level examinations.
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Intellectual Curiosity: A genuine interest in literary criticism and academic debate.
The Environment
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Academic Excellence: A motivated student body with high aspirations.
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Outstanding Resources: Extensive library provision and specialist teaching spaces.
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Enrichment Culture: Regular lectures, competitions and university preparation.
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Professional Development: Opportunities to develop curriculum leadership and scholarship.
This is a career-enhancing opportunity for an English specialist seeking to work within the independent sector. Submit your CV to express your interest.
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