Teacher of English

Required from September 2026, an exciting opportunity exists for an exceptional candidate who is able to teach English throughout the school. There may be the opportunity to teach some A-Level Media Studies if desired. The appointed candidate will join our successful and welcoming English Faculty. At Leventhorpe, we enjoy above average GCSE results and a large Sixth Form, of which a significant proportion choose to study English. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative school. Leventhorpe is a successful, oversubscribed Business and Enterprise Academy with keen and respectful learners. We are also the lead school for Initial Teacher Training (ITT) within the Bishop’s Stortford Educational Trust (BSET). The successful candidate will: Have a passion for teaching and learning Have excellent subject knowledge Be an effective team player and value every aspect of the life of the school Have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire students Be an active learner, who constantly strives to improve, with the desire to progress In return, Leventhorpe can provide: Excellent facilities. To accommodate our expanding roll, Leventhorpe has completed an extensive multi-million-pound capital build programme, including a new Science and Sixth Form block and a state-of-the-art Performing Arts and English block. Previous investment included a sports complex which features a sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, 3G all-weather pitch and floodlit tennis courts A positive working environment in a heavily oversubscribed school with an excellent academic record and high standards. We place strong emphasis on student learning and achievement First-rate personal career development with high local and regional profile through our work with the Bishop’s Stortford Educational Trust (BSET) Exceptionally dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic students Priority admission for children of staff after a qualifying period We welcome applications from ECTs or experienced teachers. Closing date for applications is 12.00 noon Thursday 14th May 2026. For this post, applications will be processed upon receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing date; therefore, early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Leventhorpe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information for candidates including the school’s policies on Safer Recruitment, Child Protection and Data Privacy notices for candidates can be found on the school's website.