Teacher of English
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Beverley, HU17 7EJ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 28 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong subject knowledge of English and a passion for inspiring young people to develop a love of language and literature. They will be able to plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons that enable students of all abilities to make strong progress and achieve their full potential.The school is looking for an individual who demonstrates high expectations of behaviour, achievement and personal conduct, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel supported and challenged. The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and external agencies is essential.Applicants should have experience of assessing, monitoring and tracking student progress, using assessment information effectively to inform teaching and improve outcomes. They should be confident in adapting teaching strategies to meet the needs of learners, including those with special educational needs, disabilities, disadvantaged backgrounds and high prior attainment.The successful candidate will be committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice, demonstrating a willingness to embrace new ideas and contribute to departmental and wider school improvement. They should be able to work collaboratively within a team, sharing expertise and supporting curriculum development.As a form tutor and member of the wider school community, the school is seeking someone who is dedicated to promoting students' personal development, wellbeing and safeguarding. The ability to support students pastorally, encourage positive attitudes to learning and contribute to extracurricular opportunities would be highly valued.The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, resilience, flexibility and a commitment to the school's values. They will be enthusiastic about making a positive difference to the lives of young people and willing to play a full role in school life beyond their classroom responsibilities.Overall, the school is seeking a passionate and skilled English teacher who combines excellent teaching practice with strong interpersonal skills, high expectations and a genuine commitment to reimagining what is possible for the children we serve.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to significant investment in our professional development programme and work collaboratively with other schools and organisations in the region, creating a range of professional opportunities and the chance to work alongside colleagues from an array of settings. For the right candidate, there will therefore be opportunities for further career progression moving forward. We recognise that great schools invest in great people.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.