Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Basingstoke

Full-Time | Permanent | MPR/UPR

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a successful secondary school in Basingstoke to recruit an inspirational and committed Teacher of English.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, well-resourced and highly regarded English department. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that inspire students to develop a lasting appreciation of language, literature, reading and communication.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers and experienced English teachers who demonstrate strong subject knowledge, high expectations and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential.

About the English Department

The English department is an experienced, collaborative and ambitious team committed to achieving excellent outcomes for students.

Teachers work closely together to share expertise, develop resources and deliver an engaging and challenging curriculum. The department has a strong culture of continuous improvement and plays an active role in professional development across the wider school.

The successful teacher will receive excellent support and opportunities to develop their classroom practice, subject knowledge and future leadership potential.

The Role

As a Teacher of English, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4
Teach English Language and English Literature
Create a calm, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment
Develop students’ reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills
Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and address gaps in knowledge
Prepare students for GCSE examinations
Adapt teaching to support different abilities and additional learning needs
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement
Work collaboratively with departmental and pastoral colleagues
Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development
Support enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom
The school is looking for a teacher who can deliver high-quality lessons, secure positive outcomes and create wider opportunities that enrich students’ educational experiences and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Have strong knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 English curriculum
Be passionate about language, literature and literacy
Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management
Set high expectations for student progress and achievement
Use assessment and feedback to improve learning
Inspire students of different abilities and starting points
Contribute positively to a collaborative department
Be committed to professional development
Promote the welfare and safeguarding of young people
What the School Offers

A successful and well-resourced English department
A supportive team of experienced practitioners
An engaging and ambitious curriculum
Collaborative planning and shared expertise
High-quality professional development
Support for ECTs and teachers seeking career progression
Opportunities to contribute to departmental improvement
A culture of continuous professional growth
Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
The department offers a supportive environment for teachers who want to strengthen their practice and potentially develop towards future middle-leadership responsibilities.

Safeguarding

Teaching Personnel and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check, professional references, employment-history checks and all other appropriate safer-recruitment screening.

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