Teacher of English

Do you want to teach in a school where high expectations are matched by unwavering leadership support?

Could you be the inspiring mentor who builds a student's confidence ahead of their GCSE exams?

Are you eager to collaborate with a driven, forward-thinking team of English educators?

This is a full-time position commencing this September, perfectly tailored for an enthusiastic and dedicated English specialist. The chosen educator will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, executing a knowledge-rich curriculum designed to instill a lifelong appreciation for language and literature. This position involves motivating pupils of all backgrounds, championing critical analysis, and elevating academic progress within a highly unified and organised department.

Situated in Doncaster, this dynamic 11-16 secondary academy is an ambitious member of a prestigious Academy Trust. The academy is profoundly dedicated to providing an exceptional education for every young person, driven by a culture of high aspirations, exemplary behaviour standards, and an inclusive, encouraging learning environment. Faculty members benefit from the trust's premier, centralised professional development frameworks, a robust behavioural system that empowers teachers to focus entirely on instructional excellence, and a community-focused ethos that takes pride in shared success.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Holds QTS, QTLS, or a recognised equivalent UK teaching credential.
• Enhanced DBS: A valid Enhanced DBS check registered with the Update Service (or a commitment to secure one immediately).
• Curriculum Expertise: Up-to-date insight into current educational frameworks and core GCSE examination specifications.
• Right to Work: Valid legal authorisation to work full-time within the United Kingdom.

• Advanced Subject Literacy: Extensive mastery of the UK National Curriculum for both English Language and Literature.
• Proactive Behavior Management: Ability to utilise positive reinforcement techniques to sustain an orderly and productive classroom environment.
• Adaptive Teaching: Skill in modifying lesson delivery to support diverse learning requirements, including SEND and EAL pupils.
• Progress Tracking: Proficiency in reviewing student data to pinpoint learning disparities and introduce effective interventions.
• Formative Feedback: Expertise in using live marking, targeted questioning, and verbal feedback to accelerate pupil development.
• Interpersonal Communication: Superb verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with students, families, and colleagues.

• Plan, structure, and deliver high-caliber, stimulating English lessons that stretch and support all learners.
• Evaluate, document, and report on the academic growth, attainment, and effort of assigned pupils.
• Establish elevated benchmarks for student behaviour, preserving a purposeful and safe classroom dynamic.
• Partner with colleagues to refine and develop departmental schemes of learning and shared resources.
• Actively engage in parents' consultation evenings, departmental briefings, and whole-school training sessions.
• Serve as a Form Tutor, delivering compassionate pastoral care and supporting the holistic well-being of students.
• Recognise students who are falling behind and implement swift interventions to maximise GCSE outcomes.
• Consistently champion all academy and Trust-wide policies, particularly regarding safeguarding and student welfare.
• Provide regular, constructive marking in perfect alignment with the school's assessment policy.
• Commit to continuous reflective practice and professional development to continuously sharpen pedagogical skills.

• A welcoming, collaborative working environment within a dedicated core faculty.
• Excellent avenues for career advancement and continuous professional learning via the Academy Trust.
• The rewarding opportunity to shape the future pathways of local young people.
• Highly competitive daily pay rates and an efficient payroll system.
• A lucrative Refer a Friend scheme offering the chance to earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teacher of English. For more details or an informal chat, please reach out to or call to speak directly with our secondary team.