Teacher of English
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3TY |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | fab4c8da-906e-4e08-8d03-9ec351ee99c1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
CORE PURPOSE:
• To develop and enhance the teaching and learning of English at Sackville.
• To raise levels of attainment and progress of all students in English.
TEACHING:
• Deliver high quality lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Ensure subject knowledge is up to date and refreshed as necessary.
• Participate in all internal CPD sessions and attend external CPD as required to develop pedagogy.
• Participate in the appraisal review process following the completion of the NQT induction process.
CURRICULUM:
• Attend Subject Meetings.
• Contribute to the planning for departmental improvement and cross curricular links.
• Contribute to the development and regular revision of appropriate schemes of work showing differentiation and assessment in accordance with school guidelines.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular activities.
• Liaise closely with Community Leaders, Community Assistants and Tutors to monitor student progress and agree interventions to raise achievement.
ASSESSMENT:
• Contribute to the clear and effective methods of assessment in line with national and School Polices.
• Use all relevant prior and current performance data to monitor individual student progress in your classes.
• Ensure KS3, KS4 and KS5 attainment targets are met using all appropriate strategies for improvement and student support.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:• To ensure the health and safety of all students and to report concerns to the line manager promptly.
What the school offers its staff
Sackville is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1700 students on roll.It is an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for fighting for every child, to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Our GCSE results are consistently strong with extremely positive progress 8 scores. Our A level progress is at the top end of all local authority providers.
We welcome applications from ECTs. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Further details about the role
Required for Easter 2026, an enthusiastic and talented teacher of English to teach classes across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 in our large and thriving department.
English is fully staffed with specialists and has its own block with a suite of teaching rooms and its own staffroom. The ethos of the department is one of teamwork, enthusiasm and a sense of purpose. The Curriculum Team Leader is well supported by Key Stage post holders, a co-ordinator of literacy, and a dedicated intervention teacher.
Sackville School is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1650 students on roll. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm, and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
We are an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for ‘fighting for every child’. We want all of our students to develop a lifelong love of learning and achieve their full potential.
Student outcomes have been consistently positive in recent years, with strong numbers choosing to continue their love of English at A level.
We welcome applications from experienced colleagues looking for a new challenge in a large and popular school, as well as ECTs looking for a school that will provide excellent support so that you can really flourish at the start of your career. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Closing Date: Monday 23 February 2026 at 9.00am
Interview date: Thursday 26 February 2026
We reserve the right to shortlist and interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
Further details are available on our website https://sackvilleschool.org.uk or from Mrs K Dawson PA to the Headteacher, on 01342 414900. An application form, safer recruitment form and letter of application addressed to the Headteacher, should be sent to at hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).
CORE PURPOSE:
• To develop and enhance the teaching and learning of English at Sackville.
• To raise levels of attainment and progress of all students in English.
TEACHING:
• Deliver high quality lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Ensure subject knowledge is up to date and refreshed as necessary.
• Participate in all internal CPD sessions and attend external CPD as required to develop pedagogy.
• Participate in the appraisal review process following the completion of the NQT induction process.
CURRICULUM:
• Attend Subject Meetings.
• Contribute to the planning for departmental improvement and cross curricular links.
• Contribute to the development and regular revision of appropriate schemes of work showing differentiation and assessment in accordance with school guidelines.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extra-curricular activities.
• Liaise closely with Community Leaders, Community Assistants and Tutors to monitor student progress and agree interventions to raise achievement.
ASSESSMENT:
• Contribute to the clear and effective methods of assessment in line with national and School Polices.
• Use all relevant prior and current performance data to monitor individual student progress in your classes.
• Ensure KS3, KS4 and KS5 attainment targets are met using all appropriate strategies for improvement and student support.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:• To ensure the health and safety of all students and to report concerns to the line manager promptly.
What the school offers its staff
Sackville is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1700 students on roll.It is an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for fighting for every child, to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Our GCSE results are consistently strong with extremely positive progress 8 scores. Our A level progress is at the top end of all local authority providers.
We welcome applications from ECTs. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Further details about the role
Required for Easter 2026, an enthusiastic and talented teacher of English to teach classes across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 in our large and thriving department.
English is fully staffed with specialists and has its own block with a suite of teaching rooms and its own staffroom. The ethos of the department is one of teamwork, enthusiasm and a sense of purpose. The Curriculum Team Leader is well supported by Key Stage post holders, a co-ordinator of literacy, and a dedicated intervention teacher.
Sackville School is a popular and oversubscribed large, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1650 students on roll. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm, and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
We are an exceptionally friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow every student to thrive. We invest in our staff, enabling them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. We have acquired a deserved reputation for ‘fighting for every child’. We want all of our students to develop a lifelong love of learning and achieve their full potential.
Student outcomes have been consistently positive in recent years, with strong numbers choosing to continue their love of English at A level.
We welcome applications from experienced colleagues looking for a new challenge in a large and popular school, as well as ECTs looking for a school that will provide excellent support so that you can really flourish at the start of your career. The school has an outstanding induction programme for new staff and bespoke CPD opportunities for career progression.
Closing Date: Monday 23 February 2026 at 9.00am
Interview date: Thursday 26 February 2026
We reserve the right to shortlist and interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
Further details are available on our website https://sackvilleschool.org.uk or from Mrs K Dawson PA to the Headteacher, on 01342 414900. An application form, safer recruitment form and letter of application addressed to the Headteacher, should be sent to at hr@sackvilleschool.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It should be noted that it is a requirement of the Governors of Sackville School that candidates should, whenever possible, name as referees current and former employers (via Heads or Principals where employment at educational institutions is concerned).