Secondary School English Teacher

We are looking for a teacher to join the Secondary English team, starting from August 2026.

The position will primarily involve teaching English in KS3, with potential opportunities to teach IGCSE and/or A-level for a suitable candidate. There is also the possibility of additional leadership responsibilities for a suitable candidate.

Your lessons will be lively and include engaging activities to help students develop accuracy, fluency, and most importantly, confidence. You will also assist with other duties as required.

We strongly believe that the Avenor outstanding teacher is passionate and engaged, shares school values, constantly reflects on their learning journey, and confidently creates a variety of learning opportunities for students through thorough lesson planning and in-depth subject knowledge.

Applicants should be experienced, fully-qualified English teachers.

• Relevant degree (for example, BA in English);
• English language teaching experience;
• Be able to motivate and challenge able students by co-creating a stimulating learning experience;
• Be motivated to develop schemes and ensure that English is a central aspect of the whole school curricular and co-curricular experience;
• Deliver and design high-quality learning experiences with a conceptual focus;
• Inspire trust and confidence in students, parents, and colleagues, with the ability to offer CPD to colleagues in your area of specialism;
• Promote the wider aspirations and values of Avenor College.
• MA in English or Linguistic Studies;
• Relevant Cambridge English teaching experience;
• Experience of AS/A-Level English Literature;
• Knowledge of/experience with Concept-based inquiry teaching;
• CELTA and/or CELT YL/ Trinity TESOL certified;
• Previous international school experience.

• People-oriented – building positive relationships; good team player and good team builder; excellent listener; fair and consistent;
• Positive outlook – in all respects, a good role model who will lead by personal example;
• A high level of cultural sensitivity and the ability to treat all staff/students/parents equally, regardless of nationality or background;
• Capacity for hard work; organized and prepared; a high degree of resilience;
• Healthy lifestyle;
• Interest and constant practice in their own personal development;

• A competitive salary and benefits package;
• Professional learning and development opportunities;
• Be part of a community of learners, where we support each other and we grow together.

• Include a cover letter where you outline your educational beliefs, explain your strengths and your reasons for applying to work at Avenor College;
• Ensure that your application includes the names of at least three referees with their current phone numbers and email addresses;

Please be aware that we take very seriously our duty of care towards all our students; as part of our safeguarding procedures, we will undertake rigorous checks with referees, as well as requiring you to provide current police checks together with an updated ICPC.

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