English Teacher - Full-time, Permanent
Are you a passionate and knowledgeable English Teacher eager to inspire high-achieving students in a highly academic school in Westminster? We are seeking a dedicated educator to join our esteemed English department, starting September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a rigorous and intellectually stimulating learning environment.
About Our Learning Community:
Our highly academic school is committed to providing a challenging and intellectually stimulating education that prepares students for success in top universities and beyond. We foster a culture of academic excellence and encourage students to develop their analytical and critical thinking skills. Our English department is a team of experts dedicated to delivering a rigorous and engaging curriculum that emphasizes literary analysis, creative writing, and effective communication.
About the Role:
- Deliver engaging and challenging English lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, following relevant examination specifications.
- Plan and prepare high-quality lessons that cater to the needs of academically gifted students, incorporating diverse literary perspectives and critical theories.
- Utilize a range of teaching methods and resources, including literary analysis, creative writing workshops, debates, and research projects, to enhance student learning.
- Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and support individual learning journeys, fostering a deep understanding of literary concepts and skills.
- Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level English Language and Literature examinations, ensuring they have a strong understanding of assessment criteria and literary scholarship.
- Contribute to the development of the English curriculum and resources, integrating advanced literary concepts and critical theories, and staying abreast of current academic debates.
- Foster a love of literature and language in students, encouraging them to develop their analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills, and to appreciate the complexity of language and literature.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment, and to contribute to the wider academic and cultural life of the school.
- Organize and lead literary discussions, debates, and creative writing workshops, promoting intellectual engagement and artistic expression.
Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature, including advanced literary theory and criticism.
- Demonstrated ability to teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, including A-Level.
- Experience in preparing students for GCSE and A-Level English examinations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate high-achieving students.
- A passion for literature and language and a commitment to fostering literary scholarship and critical thinking.
- Ability to organize and lead literary discussions and creative writing workshops.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Benefits:
- Full-time, permanent position, starting September 2025.
- Competitive salary (MPS/UPS + Inner London Weighting).
- Opportunity to work in a highly academic and intellectually stimulating environment.
- Access to excellent English resources and facilities.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Contribute to a team of dedicated English scholars and educators.
To Apply:
Please send your CV
