English Teacher | Family of High-Achieving Schools, Hertfordshire
16 days ago
St Albans
A prominent independent senior school that is part of a high-achieving family of schools in Hertfordshire seeks an expert English Teacher starting January 2026. This role requires fostering critical literary analysis and sophisticated communication skills across the senior curriculum. • Deliver comprehensive English Language and Literature lessons across all Key Stages (3-5) including high-level A-Level preparation., • Cultivate pupils critical thinking and communication skills through rigorous textual analysis and debate., • Support the departments program of academic enrichment and co-curricular literary activities., • Provide targeted academic guidance to individual pupils to maintain high university entrance rates particularly for competitive Humanities programs., • Actively support the schools comprehensive pastoral system as a dedicated Form Tutor., • A strong degree in English and proven success teaching up to A-Level in a high-achieving environment (QTS/PGCE preferred)., • Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom effectively and inspire sustained academic focus., • Seeking an English Teacher dedicated to upholding the schools high academic standards and securing strong measurable outcomes., • The capacity to work effectively as part of a professional large faculty., • Strong alignment with the schools emphasis on professional accountability and clear academic progress., • Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits commensurate with experience and school group standing., • Access to significant teaching resources and continuous investment in professional development., • Opportunities for academic growth and leadership development within the wider school structure., • Work with highly engaged pupils in small teaching groups., • Generous pension scheme and excellent professional collaboration opportunities. This independent senior school in Hertfordshire (ages 11-18) consistently achieves Outstanding results and is known for its ambitious academic program. It operates with a professional ethos that blends a traditional focus on academic rigour with modern teaching methods and high expectations for both staff and students. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Adult Education,Teaching,Tutoring,Curriculum Development,Cordova,Experience with Children,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1