A large, inclusive secondary school in Kidderminster is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join its dynamic English faculty from January 2026. Known locally for its strong pastoral culture, excellent relationships and commitment to developing confident readers and writers, the school provides a welcoming and well-resourced environment for staff.
The Role
You’ll teach English across KS3–KS4, with opportunities for KS5 depending on experience. English is one of the school’s most successful departments, achieving strong results and offering students a rich curriculum that blends classic literature with contemporary texts.
The curriculum includes:
* Core literary texts across diverse time periods
* Structured reading programmes to promote fluency
* Regular writing cycles that model and scaffold extended responses
* Opportunities for creative writing, oracy and debate
* Consistent assessment built around clear success criteria
Teachers work from well-sequenced schemes but are encouraged to bring creativity and individuality to lesson delivery.
The Department
The English team is collaborative, supportive and committed to high expectations. The department works in a dedicated area of the school, with spacious classrooms, excellent displays and access to digital teaching tools.
The school’s newly refurbished library includes:
* A reading hub with targeted intervention programmes
* Author visits, book clubs and poetry groups
* A calm space used for literacy intervention and mentoring
Teachers receive strong administrative support, structured meeting time and clear departmental policies.
The School
Rated Good, the school maintains a positive learning culture where pupils are respectful, engaged and responsive to supportive routines. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority — with sensible marking policies, transparent leadership communication and a strong sense of community.
Facilities are modern and include:
* A vibrant arts centre and performance hall
* Updated IT provision throughout the English corridor
* A well-maintained campus with strong pastoral spaces
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and staff benefits
* Outstanding CPD and mentoring
* Clear progression opportunities
* A warm, collaborative staff community
This is a fantastic opportunity for an English Teacher who values professionalism, positive relationships and a curriculum that nurtures a love of reading and learning.