Teacher of English

Teacher of English Required for Secondary School in Bradford

Are you a qualified English teacher looking for your next opportunity? Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this could be the ideal role for you.

We are working with a welcoming and inclusive Catholic secondary school in the Bradford area, which is seeking a passionate Teacher of English to join its dedicated team on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP.

About the role

The successful applicant will join an experienced and supportive English department within a high-quality school environment. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, challenging and inspiring English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students develop their confidence, creativity and communication skills.

The school has high expectations of both staff and students and places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, personal development and creating a positive learning environment. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and deliver effective lessons, monitor student progress and contribute to the wider life of the school.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is committed to providing high-quality teaching and who wants to become part of a school community built around respect, ambition, inclusion and strong Catholic values.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A recognised teaching qualification, such as QTS, or an equivalent formal teaching qualification
• Experience teaching English at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the ability to support students across a range of abilities
• A strong subject knowledge and genuine passion for English and literature
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured and appropriately challenging lessons
• High expectations of student achievement, behaviour and personal development
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to establish positive relationships with students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to adapt your teaching to meet the needs of different learners
• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute positively to the wider English department and school community
• Resilience, enthusiasm and the ability to think on your feet in a busy secondary school environment
• A commitment to the school’s inclusive ethos and Catholic values

Desirable skills and experience include:

• Experience teaching GCSE English Language and/or Literature
• Experience supporting students with additional learning needs or differing levels of attainment
• Experience contributing to extracurricular English, reading or literacy activities
• A willingness to take an active role in the wider life of the school
• Previous experience working within a faith-based or Catholic school environment

ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply, with appropriate support available to help you develop your teaching career.

About the school

The school is a vibrant and diverse Catholic secondary school serving the Bradford community. It provides a supportive, respectful and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their academic potential while developing as confident, compassionate and responsible young people.

The school places faith, respect, inclusion and high expectations at the heart of its ethos. Staff work closely together to create a positive culture in which every student is valued and encouraged to succeed.

You will be joining a committed team of teachers and support staff who share a strong belief in collaboration, professional development and doing the very best for their students.

About us

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly to find out more. All applicants must hold the appropriate qualifications, and teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

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