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Looking for a private school with a flourishing English department in Wells?
A prestigious private school with an exceptional, nationally respected English department is seeking an inspiring, knowledgeable, and dedicated English Teacher to join its thriving academic community.
Job Overview
Our client is recruiting for an English Teacher to begin in January 2026. This outstanding private, co-educational school is renowned for:
* its superb academic standards,
* a deeply supportive pastoral ethos, and
* a rich and varied co-curricular programme.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging, intellectually ambitious English lessons from KS3 to KS5, working with highly motivated, articulate, and enthusiastic pupils who show a genuine passion for literature and language.
The School
This is a school where excellence in English is truly celebrated. The department is widely recognised for its inspiring teaching, exceptional results, and rich literary culture that permeates the whole school.
Pupils benefit from:
* a broad and exciting curriculum,
* exposure to diverse texts and authors,
* opportunities for creative and academic writing, and
* a strong emphasis on debate, critical thinking, and personal expression.
Parents frequently praise the school’s nurturing environment, strong academic values, and commitment to developing confident, articulate, and well-rounded young people.
Staff describe the school as supportive, well-led, and professionally rewarding, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, autonomy, and continuous professional growth.
Benefits typically include:
* Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression
* Modern facilities and exceptional teaching resources
* A genuine focus on staff wellbeing
* Fee remission (where applicable)
* A vibrant co-curricular programme including drama, debating, theatre trips, literature weeks, creative writing clubs, and enrichment opportunities
Location: Wells, Somerset
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience
English Teacher – Experience and Qualifications
* A degree in English Literature, English Language, or a related discipline
* A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (e.g., PGCE)
* Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for English
* Strong communication, planning, and ICT skills
* The ability to inspire, challenge, and support pupils of all abilities
* The legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated English Teacher seeking to join a private school with an exceptional English department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.