Teacher of English
| Posting date: | 01 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 October 2025 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire, RG10 8DS |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0b4dfb81-878c-405d-a1e9-6224709f2c74 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a full or part time, committed and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join a dedicated and well-resourced department with strong results at all levels. The successful candidate will be required to teach English to KS3 and KS4. The ability to teach English Literature or Language at KS5 would also be desirable. This role is suitable for an ECT.
We wish to appoint a colleague who:
• is an outstanding Teacher of English
• has the flair, energy and ability to bring out the best in young people
• is eager to be a part of a very successful and hard-working department
What the school offers its staff
The Piggott School English Department:
• red ALPS (3) for all GCSE English Language and ALPS (3) for GCSE English Literature– 2025
• achieved (93%) grade 4+ in GCSE English Language and Literature – 2025
• achieved (92%) A*-C in A Level English Language – 2025
• achieved (83%) A*-C in A Level English Literature – 2025
Reducing teacher workload and promoting wellbeing for all remains a priority at The Piggott School. Our vision and values, including love and compassion, permeate all aspects of school life. All staff are provided with CPD and technology to support their professional development.
Commitment to safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance, an online check and a 'prohibition from teaching' check will be completed for all applicants.
We are looking for a full or part time, committed and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join a dedicated and well-resourced department with strong results at all levels. The successful candidate will be required to teach English to KS3 and KS4. The ability to teach English Literature or Language at KS5 would also be desirable. This role is suitable for an ECT.
We wish to appoint a colleague who:
• is an outstanding Teacher of English
• has the flair, energy and ability to bring out the best in young people
• is eager to be a part of a very successful and hard-working department
What the school offers its staff
The Piggott School English Department:
• red ALPS (3) for all GCSE English Language and ALPS (3) for GCSE English Literature– 2025
• achieved (93%) grade 4+ in GCSE English Language and Literature – 2025
• achieved (92%) A*-C in A Level English Language – 2025
• achieved (83%) A*-C in A Level English Literature – 2025
Reducing teacher workload and promoting wellbeing for all remains a priority at The Piggott School. Our vision and values, including love and compassion, permeate all aspects of school life. All staff are provided with CPD and technology to support their professional development.
Commitment to safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance, an online check and a 'prohibition from teaching' check will be completed for all applicants.