Teacher of English

Job Title:
Teacher of English

Location:

Quinton House School
Salary: £45,000.00 per annum (FTE pro rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
January 2027

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Quinton House, every child is known, valued, and supported as an individual. We celebrate each pupil’s unique personality and strengths, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and inspired to achieve their full potential. Our approach blends the richness of a 21st-century independent education with the character and charm of our remarkable heritage setting.

We pride ourselves on providing:

• A nurturing environment where children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically
• A culture that encourages curiosity, confidence, and personal success
• A community where authenticity is celebrated and every child feels they belong

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of English to join our dedicated English department. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire a love of language and literature while delivering engaging and challenging lessons that enable students to achieve their full academic potential.

You will teach English across a range of age groups and abilities, including GCSE and, where appropriate, A Level. Working closely with colleagues, you will contribute to the development of a dynamic curriculum, promote high standards of teaching and learning, and support students to become confident readers, writers and critical thinkers.

• Teaching high-quality English Language and Literature lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and, where applicable, Key Stage 5.
• Creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences that challenge and inspire students.
• Monitoring progress and providing effective feedback to help students achieve excellent outcomes.
• Supporting examination success while fostering a genuine enjoyment of English beyond the classroom.
• Contributing to curriculum development, assessment and departmental improvement initiatives.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance and student engagement.
• Supporting the pastoral development and wellbeing of students.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, clubs, trips and events.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals to support student achievement.
• Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare.

You will be a passionate and knowledgeable English teacher who is committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences and helping every student realise their potential. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an ambitious early-career teacher, you will bring enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine love of your subject.

We would love to hear from candidates who have:

• A degree in English or a related subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school setting.
• The ability to teach English Language and Literature to GCSE level, with A Level teaching experience desirable.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for developing students' literacy, communication and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent classroom practice, with the ability to engage and motivate learners of varying abilities.
• Effective assessment and feedback skills that support student progress and achievement.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to working as part of a successful team.
• High expectations of students and a commitment to raising aspirations and outcomes.
• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of…