Teacher of English
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 4AY |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 22b0c0c4-94c4-4e25-971e-9d927e348009 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Qualified teacher status
• Recognised subject specific degree or equivalent
• Subject related higher degree
• Professional development in aspects of subject development and pedagogy
• A successful record as a classroom teacher
• A successful track record of raising levels of attainment and progress
• Strong commitment to extra-curricular provision
• Experience of teaching A-level
• Effective use of data to inform appropriate actions
Professional knowledge and understanding
• Current educational issues especially related to the curriculum
• Current teaching, learning and assessment issues relevant to the needs of the department
• Effective strategies for promoting positive pupil behaviour
• Management of staff, including professional development
What the school offers its staff
• Clear sense of purpose
• Highly supportive working environment in which all are valued
• Sustained opportunities for professional development
• Promotion of professional autonomy
• Delightful pupils and supportive parents
Further details about the role
A full-time English Teacher is required for September 2026 in our award-winning and “Outstanding Church School” (SIAMS). The post offers an excellent opportunity to teach in a flourishing and successful Church of England Academy where we prioritise the wellbeing and development of all members of our school community.Our school is heavily over-subscribed and its record in public examinations is consistently strong.
The school is seeking to appoint a committed, highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher to teach English throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience or qualifications to teach English Language and/or Literature to A-level will be a definite advantage; there will be some A-level teaching for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will work within a thriving and supportive English team and work under the direction of a newly appointed Head of Department. The English Department consistently produces high rates of pupil progress and attainment which place it amongst the school’s strongest subjects. Teachers thrive in an environment which balances support and structure with autonomy and independence. The number of students opting to study English A-level is at record levels.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Christopher’s CE High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• Qualified teacher status
• Recognised subject specific degree or equivalent
• Subject related higher degree
• Professional development in aspects of subject development and pedagogy
• A successful record as a classroom teacher
• A successful track record of raising levels of attainment and progress
• Strong commitment to extra-curricular provision
• Experience of teaching A-level
• Effective use of data to inform appropriate actions
Professional knowledge and understanding
• Current educational issues especially related to the curriculum
• Current teaching, learning and assessment issues relevant to the needs of the department
• Effective strategies for promoting positive pupil behaviour
• Management of staff, including professional development
What the school offers its staff
• Clear sense of purpose
• Highly supportive working environment in which all are valued
• Sustained opportunities for professional development
• Promotion of professional autonomy
• Delightful pupils and supportive parents
Further details about the role
A full-time English Teacher is required for September 2026 in our award-winning and “Outstanding Church School” (SIAMS). The post offers an excellent opportunity to teach in a flourishing and successful Church of England Academy where we prioritise the wellbeing and development of all members of our school community.Our school is heavily over-subscribed and its record in public examinations is consistently strong.
The school is seeking to appoint a committed, highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher to teach English throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience or qualifications to teach English Language and/or Literature to A-level will be a definite advantage; there will be some A-level teaching for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will work within a thriving and supportive English team and work under the direction of a newly appointed Head of Department. The English Department consistently produces high rates of pupil progress and attainment which place it amongst the school’s strongest subjects. Teachers thrive in an environment which balances support and structure with autonomy and independence. The number of students opting to study English A-level is at record levels.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Christopher’s CE High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.