Teacher of English

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and talented English teacher for September 2026.

The English department at St James' is collegiate, supportive and enthusiastic. We have planned an inspiring, academic curriculum that fosters a love for learning and we are always keen to embrace fresh ideas.

• A current teacher of English, a qualified graduate or ECT.
• A dynamic professional with a track record of excellent outcomes.
• An outstanding teacher driven by the desire to improve life changes for young people through their teaching.
• A colleague able to take the initiative and show a willingness to contribute to the department and wider school.
• A colleague who is friendly, confident and enthusiastic.

• Are outstanding classroom practitioners.
• Have excellent subject knowledge and are honest about their own development needs.
• Are ambitious for themselves and our pupils.
• Are team players with a can-do attitude and strong personal resilience.
• Are committed to supporting the school's wide and varied extra-curricular programme.
• Are supportive of the school's Catholic ethos.

If you are a motivated, creative, well-organised professional who wants to develop your craft in a school where human flourishing is at the heart of what we do, we would love to hear from you.

Our leadership team is committed to the professional and personal development of our teachers, and we actively look for ways to make sure that work-life balance is a reality. The school's excellent facilities include a sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, astro-turf, gymnasium and specialist teaching areas.

• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop, including Middle Leader training and aspiring SLT programme.
• An Ofsted rated 'good' school.
• A section 48 rated 'outstanding' school.
• A number of wellbeing provisions, including a paid wellbeing day.
• Free access to the school gym.
• Free and secure staff parking on the school site.