English Teacher - Leeds - Secondary in Ledston

Inspire. Challenge. Empower. Make an Impact.

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Role: English Teacher

Salary: Pay to Scale

Contract: Full-time | Contract Start Date: September

Are you an inspiring English Teacher ready for your next challenge? We are seeking an ambitious, passionate and inspirational English Teacher to join a high-performing and supportive school in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about English, literature, language and the power of education to make a genuine difference to the lives and outcomes of young people. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next opportunity or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin the next stage of your career, we would love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver high-quality, engaging and appropriately challenging English lessons across the relevant key stages.
• Plan and teach lessons that develop pupils’ knowledge, skills, confidence and love of English.
• Set high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Promote strong progress and positive outcomes for all pupils.
• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps, address misconceptions and adapt teaching.
• Differentiating and adapting learning to meet the needs of pupils with a wide range of abilities, including pupils with SEND and additional needs.
• Establish a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment built on mutual respect.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour through consistent, fair and effective classroom management.
• Contribute positively to curriculum development and the wider English department.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share effective practice and improve outcomes.
• Support pupils to become confident readers, writers, communicators and independent learners.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its enrichment opportunities.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• A genuine passion for teaching English and inspiring young people.
• High expectations of pupil achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• The ability to plan and deliver consistently effective lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• An understanding of how to support pupils with different needs and starting points.
• Effective assessment and feedback practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to professional development and reflective practice.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative school team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

We would particularly welcome applications from teachers who:

• Bring creativity, enthusiasm and energy to the classroom.
• Have a strong understanding of the English curriculum and examination requirements.
• Can inspire pupils who may lack confidence or engagement with English.
• Are committed to inclusion and ensuring every pupil can succeed.
• Want to contribute to a positive, ambitious and supportive school culture.
• Are reflective practitioners who actively seek to improve their teaching.

What you can expect from us

• Pay to Scale
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative English department.
• A strong commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Support for Early Career Teachers where applicable.
• A positive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop your professional practice.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to young people in Leeds.

Safeguarding & Professional Responsibilities

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, follow the school's safeguarding and child-protection procedures, and act promptly on any concerns. All staff are expected to understand and comply with the school's safeguarding arrangements, including the requirements set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). The DfE's 2026 guidance comes into force on 1 September 2026. The successful applicant will also be expected to uphold the professional expectations contained within the DfE Teachers' Standards, including maintaining high standards of professional and personal conduct, promoting pupil progress, demonstrating strong subject knowledge, managing behaviour effectively and adapting teaching to meet pupils' needs.

Early Career Teachers

ECTs are encouraged to apply. Where applicable, appropriate support and development will be provided in line with the DfE's current arrangements for early career teachers. The DfE's current framework supports ECTs during the first two years of their teaching career and is designed to help them develop the knowledge and skills required to meet the Teachers' Standards.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding children and young people. Appointment will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment and safeguarding checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check and other checks required for the role and circumstances. The school will follow its safer-recruitment procedures and applicable DfE safeguarding requirements.

Your subject. Your classroom. Your impact.