English Teacher

English Teacher | Kirklees | September Start

Location: Kirklees

Contract: Full-time, Term-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 3:30pm

Age Group: 11-8 years

Start Date: September

Salary: £32,000.00 - 52,000.00 (depending on experience)

NextGen Teachers are seeking a passionate, innovative, and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join a high-performing and ambitious school. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking department, committed to delivering excellence in teaching and learning and fostering outstanding academic achievement.

The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 to 5, inspiring and motivating students of high ability. You will be a reflective practitioner with strong subject knowledge, capable of delivering engaging and challenging lessons that promote a love of literature and language. The role requires someone who can build excellent relationships with students, contribute to curriculum development, and actively support the wider school community through enrichment and extracurricular opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5, ensuring all students are challenged and supported to achieve their full potential.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, using data effectively to inform teaching and raise attainment.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that promotes a love of literature and language.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a rigorous and ambitious English curriculum.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students, supporting their academic progress and personal development.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and uphold the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Support students' wider development through enrichment opportunities, such as clubs, trips, and extracurricular activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the English department and across the wider school.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding student progress and wellbeing.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school.

What we're looking for:

• A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a strong academic background in English
• Passion for English and the ability to inspire a love of literature and language in students
• Experience teaching English across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 desirable but not essential)
• Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons
• Effective classroom management skills with high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• A reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
• A team player who contributes positively to the department and wider school community
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Why Apply for This Teacher Role?

• Join a high-achieving and ambitious school with a strong academic track record
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking English department
• Teach motivated and well-behaved students who are eager to learn
• Access excellent teaching resources and a well-structured curriculum
• Benefit from a strong culture of professional development and career progression opportunities
• Work in a school that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Contribute to a rich programme of enrichment and extracurricular activities
• Be supported by experienced leadership committed to staff success
• Opportunity to make a real impact on students' academic achievement and personal development

Are you a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English committed to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire a love of literature and language? Do you have the skills and enthusiasm to support students' progress and achievement, while fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one-helping every student reach their full potential and thrive academically within a supportive and ambitious school community.

Alternatively, contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk for more information.

We look forward to reviewing your application.

NextGen Teachers is an education recruitment agency specialising in SEN and SEMH. We work with community schools through to multi-academy trusts across West Yorkshire, the South East of England and London, connecting educators with meaningful teaching opportunities.

We recruit for SEN qualified teachers, teaching support staff, and both short-term and long-term supply roles across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools. As a candidate with NextGen Teachers, you'll be supported by a team that genuinely cares about your career - taking the time to understand what you're looking for and matching you with schools where you can thrive and make a real difference.

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