Teacher of English Teacher of English MPS/UPS Pay Scale –FTE £32,916 –£51,048 per annum Full-time, permanent Required from September 2026 St Mark's CE School is one whole school community, where we create a sense of belonging for all who enter our school. Our core Christian values of love, belonging and service are nurtured and modelled through high standards by excellent staff. We are seeking an exceptional English teacher to join our growing team. English is one of the leading areas of the school and this is a great opportunity to join an outstanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the teaching skills and secondary phase knowledge to work within our school community, where our warm strict behaviour policy allows teachers to enjoy teaching without disruption. As a growing school, opportunities for development are rich and you will have the opportunity to be part of a unique and exciting setting. To be successful, you will hold qualified teacher status with evidence of professional development gained within the last two years. You will be a passionate and creative teacher and practitioner ready to join our growing all through school. About the Role The successful candidate will: • Be expected to plan and deliver lessons to the whole school to GCSE • Teach and develop your chosen subject within the school in a professional way, ensuring the curriculum is progressive across the all through school • Make a major contribution to the school and development. • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and support assistants ensuring they are fully briefed on lesson plans and expectations to enable them to fully contribute to improving pupil outcomes • Be accountable for implementing the school's Behaviour policy and play an active role in the day-to-day management of pupil behaviour and mental wellbeing. The full job description can be found in the Applicant Information Pack What We're Looking For We are seeking someone who: • Has Qualified Teacher Status • Has expert knowledge of legislation and guidance on curriculum requirements • Understands high-quality teaching and learning strategies in the subject, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve • Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills • Has knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies • Has knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children The full person specification can be found in the Applicant Information Pack Why Join us? • A strong Christian ethos where love, service, and belonging are lived daily • A supportive senior leadership team that values pastoral work • A school community where pupils are known, valued, and listened to • Opportunities to shape and strengthen whole-school pastoral practice • A role that balances strategic leadership with meaningful pupil contact What We Offer • Membership of the Teacher's Pension Scheme • Secure on-site car parking • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential 24/7 counselling support • Access to a Benefits Hub, offering a range of discounts and offers • Occupational Health support • On-site hot and cold food options • Access to online training and personal development courses • The opportunity to work in a brand-new, high-specification school environment • Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to make a meaningful contribution within a caring and ambitious school community. How to Apply Closing date: 11:55pm on Monday 11th May April 2026 Applications can be made through TES or directly via the school website: https://www.stmarksschool.co.uk/community/vacancies-at-st-marks/ Please return completed applications to: recruitment@st-marks-southampton.org.uk Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to call candidates for interview and appoint to the role before the closing date. Safeguarding Statement St Mark's Church of England 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 appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Southampton City Council is an equal opportunities employer.