Teacher of English


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Darlington, DL2 2JG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	13 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you have the passion, creativity and enthusiasm to inspire young people and develop a lifelong appreciation of English?

Hurworth School inspires excellence and is committed to enabling everyone within our unique and remarkable educational community to fulfil their potential.

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational Teacher of English who has the passion, knowledge and drive to engage our students and enable them to achieve their very best.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated and supportive team and will be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning. You will inspire students to develop their confidence and skills in reading, writing and communication, while fostering curiosity, creativity and a genuine enjoyment of English.

We are looking for a creative, adaptable and reflective practitioner who:

• has high expectations for all students and is committed to securing excellent progress and outcomes;

• demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for English;

• delivers engaging, challenging and inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners;

• uses evidence-informed approaches to continually develop their teaching practice;

• builds positive relationships and creates a classroom environment in which students are motivated to learn and succeed;

• is committed to their own professional development and to contributing to the development of others; and

• will make a positive contribution to the high standards, values and wider life of Hurworth School.

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers who share our commitment to providing an excellent education and ensuring that every young person is supported and challenged to fulfil their potential.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

• high-quality in-house coaching and mentoring;

• access to a wide range of professional development opportunities;

• access to Trust-wide networks and professional development;

• access to professional networks across Darlington;

• a highly supportive and collaborative staff team; and

• amazing children who are a pleasure to teach.

Commitment to safeguarding

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service. An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.

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