A prestigious independent day school in Derbyshire is seeking an inspiring Teacher of English to join its high-achieving academic faculty from January 2026. This full-time, permanent position offers the chance to teach across Key Stages 3–5 within a department renowned for its intellectual curiosity, creativity and academic excellence. The school prides itself on blending tradition with innovation. English is central to that ethos — a subject that develops empathy, confidence and analytical skill in equal measure. Lessons go far beyond the syllabus: pupils explore literature through debate, theatre trips, poetry readings and cross-curricular collaborations. Facilities include a newly refurbished English suite with breakout seminar rooms, digital learning spaces and a vibrant library stocked with over 20,000 titles. The Sixth Form centre hosts visiting authors and university lecturers as part of a regular lecture series, and the school’s literary magazine — edited by students — has won regional awards. You’ll be joining a passionate, collegiate team that shares ideas freely and takes pride in bringing words to life. You’ll bring: QTS, PGCE or equivalent qualification in English or related field A deep love of literature and language The ability to challenge and inspire academically able students A collaborative, reflective approach to teaching Teachers enjoy small class sizes, excellent CPD, and a culture that values professional autonomy and creativity. If you’re an enthusiastic English Teacher seeking an environment where scholarship and imagination flourish, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply.