English Teacher

Tes is supporting the appointment of an exceptional English Teacher with a genuine passion for the subject at an all-through school based in Westminster.

The school prioritise fostering a love of reading in Primary and early Secondary so that pupils arrive to the study of literature with a genuine passion for reading and learning. You will devote time and capacity to ensuring mastery of all aspects of language so that pupils are confident expressing themselves in any context. The methodology has led to consistently impressive KS4 outcomes. Every year for the last seven years English progress has been in the top 1% of all schools. In the last published results in 2019, 51% achieved 7 or above and 90% 5+ in English Literature. At A-Level, 100% achieved A*-C.

This role represents the opportunity for an English teacher to immerse themselves in a highly developmental environment and achieve true greatness in their teaching. 

Key responsibilities 

• To provide outstanding teaching & learning to ensure exceptional progress of their students. 
• Prepare, deliver and assess learning to a high standard, ensuring great outcomes. 
• Provide a nurturing classroom and school environment that helps students to develop as learners 
• Helping to maintain/establish discipline across the whole academy 
• Contribute to the effective working of the Academy 

Teaching and Learning Outcomes and activities 

• To teach engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and transform pupil attainment. 
• With direction from the Head of English, assist in the creation and development of challenging and innovative schemes of work which are inspiring for learners and teachers alike. 
• Use regular, measurable & significant assessments to monitor progress and set targets. 
• Respond accordingly to the results of such monitoring. 
• Ensure that all students achieve at chronological age level or, if well below level, make significant and continuing progress towards achieving at level. 
• Maintain regular and productive communication with parents, to report on progress, sanctions and rewards and all other communications. 
• To develop an exciting and motivating extra-curricular and enrichment offer including university links, trips and residentials. 
• For candidates who demonstrate that they are ready to do so, the opportunity to coach and develop other members of staff. 

Person Specification

• Qualified to degree level and above 
• Qualified to teach in the UK
• Right to work in the UK 
• Experience of raising attainment in a challenging classroom environment

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: 1555505 in the email subject line.