Teacher of English

About Us Parrs Wood High School and Sixth Form is a thriving and popular secondary school located in East Didsbury, Manchester. We serve a diverse student body and offer a truly comprehensive learning environment for students aged 11 to 18. Our ethos is built on the core values of Community, Creativity, and Achievement, which shape every aspect of school life, from our curriculum and pastoral care to our relationships with families and the wider community. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust. Together, we create lives of opportunity. We are committed to delivering an inspiring education that enables every student to thrive academically and personally. Our students consistently achieve excellent outcomes and go on to lead successful lives in a wide range of careers. With dedicated staff, fantastic facilities, and a strong emphasis on creativity, leadership, and extracurricular enrichment, Parrs Wood is a place where every child is valued, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential. The Role We are seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of English to join our English faculty and deliver high‑quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach at Key Stage 5. The ability to teach Key Stage 4 and 5 Media is desirable. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that promote strong progress and high achievement for all students. You will use effective assessment and adaptive teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with SEND, and contribute to curriculum development and wider faculty improvement. The role also involves fostering positive learning behaviours, promoting literacy across the curriculum, and contributing to extracurricular and whole‑school activities. What We’re Looking For You will be a qualified secondary teacher with strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature and a clear understanding of current pedagogy, assessment, and curriculum requirements. You will be an effective classroom practitioner with high expectations for student behaviour, engagement, and achievement. We are looking for someone who is reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous professional development, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. You will share our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the school’s values, and demonstrate enthusiasm for supporting students both academically and personally. We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Why Join Us? We understand that it takes a full community to educate a child. At Parrs Wood, we hold high expectations and ambitions for every