Teacher of English, hpw; Mortimer Community College

Teacher of English

Permanent - required ASAP MPS/UPS (suitable for ECTs)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking teacher of English, with the ability to teach the subject at both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. We wish to appoint an inspirational teacher with high aspirations, enthusiasm and a high level of commitment to raising students’ achievements within our English department. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and innovative teacher who wants to make a real difference to the lives of our students through their passion of teaching English.

• energy, enthusiasm and vision;
• a commitment to improving the lives of young people;
• a willingness to take risks and support innovation;
• innovative teaching and a commitment to sharing good practice;
• the ability to make inclusion a reality for all students;
• the ability to share and implement your vision for English;
• a willingness to become immersed in professional learning and embrace the culture of the school?

• outstanding CPD in Quality of Education;
• a school that was recognised nationally in 2020 as being in the top 200 improving and performing schools in the country;
• a school where risk taking in your teaching is encouraged;
• a school where mental health is embraced and is part of the culture of the school;
• a school where students and staff are valued and chasing positions on league tables is not a priority;
• a long-term approach to improvement, focused on life-long learning for all and quality teaching and learning.

Mortimer Community College and South Tyneside Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

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For an application form, please contact recruitmentool (completed application forms are to be returned by 3.00pm, Monday 2 March 2026).