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Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 140 - 250 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

English Teacher - Independent School
Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a passionate English Teacher who believes in the power of language and literature to inspire young minds? Are you looking to join a thriving independent school where academic excellence, creativity, and individual student development are at the heart of everything they do?

We are working in partnership with a highly regarded independent school in Northampton seeking an outstanding English Teacher to join their successful department from September 2026. This is a full-time permanent position and presents an excellent opportunity to teach motivated students within a supportive and ambitious educational environment.

About the Role:

Teach engaging and challenging English lessons across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
Deliver a broad and stimulating curriculum encompassing both English Language and English Literature
Foster a genuine appreciation for reading, writing, critical thinking, and effective communication
Encourage intellectual curiosity through the study of classic and contemporary texts
Differentiate learning effectively to meet the needs of academically able and diverse learners
Monitor student progress and provide high-quality feedback to support excellent outcomes
Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, clubs, trips, and events
Work collaboratively within a successful and well-resourced English department

Who We're Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
A strong academic background in English Language, English Literature, or a related subject
Experience teaching English at secondary level, including GCSE and ideally A-Level
Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring young people
High expectations for student achievement and behaviour
Strong communication and organisational skills
A commitment to contributing positively to school life beyond the classroom
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and exceptional Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

What's On Offer:

Permanent full-time position within a respected independent school
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Small class sizes and highly engaged students
Excellent teaching facilities and resources
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
A supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
Opportunities to become involved in a rich programme of extracurricular activities
A school environment that values wellbeing, academic excellence, and professional autonomyIf you are an ambitious English Teacher looking to inspire confident, articulate, and thoughtful learners within a successful independent school setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join this exceptional Northampton independent school from September 2026

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