English Teacher

Teacher of English (until the end of the  academic year)

Temporary with opportunity to turn Permanent;
Full‑time.

• Start date:
  
  Jan 2026

Salary: Main / Upper Pay Scale £34,000–£48,000 per annum (additional TLR available for HoD responsibility).

Recruiter: Education World, on behalf of an Ofsted‑rated Good 11‑18 comprehensive in Buckinghamshire.

We are partnering with a thriving Buckinghamshire secondary school to appoint an inspiring English specialist who can:

• Deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons across KS3–KS5
• Raise achievement and instil a lifelong love of literature and language
• Contribute to curriculum design, enrichment and whole‑school literacy initiatives
• Progress—if suitably experienced—to Head of Department within a supportive leadership structure

Essential

• UK QTS (or pending)
• English degree
• Proven record of outstanding GCSE/A‑level outcomes
• Robust subject knowledge & genuine passion
• Experience mentoring ECTs or trainees
• Inclusive, evidence‑based classroom practice
• Excellent communication & organisation
• Ability to lead curriculum innovation

Early Career Teachers and experienced colleagues are equally welcome; bespoke CPD is provided.

• Positive culture: supportive SLT, low‑stakes coaching, collaborative PPA time
• Professional growth: funded CPD & NPQs, clear leadership pathway
• Excellent facilities: specialist English classrooms, modern library, Sixth‑Form study centre
• Staff wellbeing: onsite parking, cycle scheme, EAP, regular staff socials
• Great location: easy rail links to London, Oxford & Milton Keynes, plus Chiltern countryside

Submit your application exclusively via the online link provided with this advert. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Education World within 48 hours of application.

Closing date: Sunday 4th Jan, 09:00 2026

Interviews: w/c 5th January 2026 (early applications may be interviewed sooner).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.