Teacher of English

Inspire Excellence. Shape Futures. Join Our English Faculty.

King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls’ Academy is seeking to appoint an ambitious, inspirational and dedicated Teacher of English to join our successful and supportive English Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner to contribute to a high-performing school committed to raising achievement for all learners.

As a Teacher of English, you will deliver engaging, challenging and well-structured lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially KS5), ensuring all students make excellent progress. You will plan, assess and adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, contribute to curriculum development, and support the wider life of the Academy.

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across a range of abilities
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress effectively
• Promote high expectations of behaviour and achievement
• Contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment activities
• Support students’ personal development and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively within a high-performing team

• A good degree in English or a related subject
• Qualified Teacher Status (or working towards it)
• Experience of successful teaching at KS3 and KS4
• Strong subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies
• A proven track record of raising student attainment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to high standards, inclusion and continuous professional development

We are a forward-thinking and inclusive Academy with a strong commitment to staff development and student success. You will be part of a supportive team within a culture that promotes high performance, ambition and excellence for all.

King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls’ Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

Apply now to be part of a vibrant and ambitious school community dedicated to achieving excellence.