Teacher of English and / or Media

TEACHER OF ENGLISH and/or MEDIA -PERMANENT, (FULL

OR PART TIME) Required for September 2026 Thank you for your interest in this permanent post. To help your application, we have outlined

below the particular qualities we hope you will be able to bring to this post. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational,

enthusiastic and talented teacher to join our outstanding English faculty in September

2026. The aptitude to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and consistently

teach stimulating and innovative lessons is essential. The ideal candidate will: be a well-qualified English teacher with a record of planning and

delivering lessons that are engaging, challenging and enjoyable to pupils of

all ability levels. have a PGCE qualification and QTS. be a proficient ICT user to

enhance their teaching. have the ability to teach pupils throughout KS3, KS4 and KS5. be able to inspire and make

positive relationships with students to encourage great learning. have an excellent

understanding of the components that compromise outstanding teaching and

learning. have evidence of supporting

students to reach their full potential. be a resilient character

with a strong personal drive. contribute to teamwork

within the Faculty and the school as a whole. have high expectations and

commitment to the wider life of the school. As a member of an innovative and forward-looking faculty, you would be

encouraged to gain a wide range of experience to support your own professional

development. All staff in the faculty are encouraged to develop their skills and

expertise and to assume responsibility, as necessary, for the effective

delivery of the teaching programmes.

Planning programmes of study and the management of courses are a

collective responsibility; hence, teamwork, shared ideas and mutual support are

essential, well-developed, threads within the team.

PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title: Teacher of English The Governors are seeking to appoint a graduate who is able to demonstrate the following qualities and experience: CRITERIA - Qualifications Essential -Well qualified graduate. - Qualified teacher, or expect to gain QTS by the start of the contract. Desirable - Evidence of continuing professional development. - Awareness of current syllabus development. CRITERIA - Experience Essential - Experience of teaching across the 11-16 age range. - Proven record or evidence from teaching practice of potential to help students reach high standards of learning and achievement. - Experience of using interactive whiteboard technology. Desirable - Experience of teaching KS5. - Understand the importance of the pastoral role of every teacher. CRITERIA - Knowledge Essential - High standard of subject knowledge. - Knowledge of current developments in Teaching & Learning. - Understanding and use of strategies to raise achievement. Desirable - Experience and understanding of helping low achievers. CRITERIA -Personal