English Teacher

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented English teacher who is experienced at teaching English Language and English Literature up to and including GCSE.  This post would ideally suit a good or outstanding teacher who is confident in the 11-16 setting and keen to develop their teaching at A Level: available in the future for the right candidate. 

The English Department here at King Edward’s is very successful and all students take both English Language and English Literature at GCSE.    At A Level English is popular with two sets in Year 12: the department offers English Literature. The Department has a consistent track record of preparing students for University.   Given the numbers of students opting for English at A level there is plenty of scope for candidates who are keen to develop their A Level teaching or who are passionate about Literature.

Although selective and academic in our focus the School’s ethos is centred on the development of the whole child.  We are exceptionally fortunate that our committed staff give of their time generously in numerous different ways to share or pursue a passion with our pupils.  We have a flourishing debating society; creative writing groups; music; drama and sport are all strong.  We are also unusual for a state school in having a large and active CCF who also help to run our Duke of Edinburgh programme.  The desire to share a passion or simply get involved in the extra-curricular life of the school will be crucial. 

Applications should be made on the school’s application form which can be downloaded from www.kevigs.org and should also include a covering letter and CV.  The deadline for applications is Monday 25th February.  Interviews will be held in the same week although the school reserves the right to bring this date forward if it has a suitable field.