Teacher of English – Secondary School

Secondary Teacher - South East England

Ref: 8Monday 20 April 2026

up to £51,048

Job Title: Teacher of English
Location:
Whitchurch
Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 (MPR/UPR, dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026


About the Role

Brightstone Education Partners is supporting a well-established and highly regarded secondary school in Whitchurch to recruit a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English for September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school with a strong ethos centred around high expectations, positive relationships, and a calm, purposeful learning environment. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging English lessons and inspiring students to develop a love of literature and language.


About the School

This school has a long-standing reputation within the community and places a strong emphasis on:

  • High-quality teaching and learning at the centre of all decisions
  • Developing independent, resilient, and responsible learners
  • A culture of respect, integrity, and ambition
  • A supportive and collaborative staff environment
  • Strong leadership that is visible, approachable, and values staff wellbeing

Staff benefit from a culture of openness, professional trust, and strong development opportunities, with a clear focus on both student outcomes and staff support


Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging and effective English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Inspire students to develop strong literacy skills and a passion for English
  • Monitor and assess student progress to ensure strong outcomes
  • Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning
  • Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement

What’s on Offer

  • Salary £32,916 – £51,048 (MPR/UPR, dependent on experience)
  • Potential recruitment & retention allowance for the right candidate
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD programme
  • Strong focus on workload management and staff wellbeing
  • Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Ability to teach English across KS3 and KS4
  • Passion for education and student progress
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:
📧 rhysr@brightstoneeducation.com

For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Rhys Rafferty 📞 07595 063297


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