Thorpe House School
Buckinghamshire
£38,000 - £48,000 per year
Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
17 October 2025
Job overview
Thorpe House School is a prestigious independent day school located in the United Kingdom, providing high-quality education to boys aged 3-16. We are currently seeking a full-time Teacher of English (Key Stage 3, 4 & 5) to join our dedicated team.
Position: Teacher of English (Key Stage 3, 4 & 5)
Contract Type: Permanent
Department: English and Literature
Subject: English
Curriculum: UK-GCSE
Education Stage: High/Secondary School
Introduction:
As a teacher at Thorpe House School, you will have the opportunity to inspire and educate young minds in an inclusive and supportive environment. This vacancy is suitable for newly qualified teachers or early career teachers who are passionate about teaching English at Key Stages 3, 4 & 5.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)
* Strong knowledge of the UK-GCSE curriculum for English
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Ability to engage students through innovative teaching methods
* Commitment to continuous professional development
Values and Attitudes:
* Passionate about fostering a love for literature and language in students
* Dedicated to creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive
* Committed to supporting the holistic development of students beyond academics
If you meet the minimum qualification requirements with QTS but have no previous experience as a teacher yet possess enthusiasm for educating young learners, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position at Thorpe House School.
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About Thorpe House School
Thorpe House School
Oval Way, Gerrards Cross
Buckinghamshire
SL9 8QA
United Kingdom
Thorpe House School is an all-through independent school in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, teaching boys aged 4-16 with a Co-Educational Sixth Form. The Lower School (up to Year 6) operates on its own site and the Middle School and the Upper School (Years 7 to 11) are based on the main site. Our co-educational Sixth Form is based in the heart of Gerrards Cross in it's own building which is only minutes walk from our main site. The school has excellent facilities including a seven-acre games field, covered swimming pool and a new multi-purpose hall offering additional classroom space and increased indoor sporting opportunities.
Headteacher
Jake Burnett
Vision
Our educational approach encourages students to achieve to the best of their potential but also be responsible members of their local and global community. We provide a warm, vibrant and nurturing environment with small classes, excellent pastoral care and welcoming staff who work in partnership with parents. Kindness, compassion, respect, politeness and resilience are traditional values that we expect the students to adhere to and our school motto highlights the importance of hard work and tenacity.
ISI report
"Pupils' personal development is excellent, in accordance with the aims of the school, and is supported by high levels of care and strong welfare procedures. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other's differences and collaborate very well when working together. Older pupils develop supportive relationships with younger pupils. Staff provide excellent support and guidance and pupils say that they are very happy in school and value the help and support they receive. Pupils' keen interest in being responsible citizens is evident in their strong charitable giving."
View Thorpe House School's latest ISI report
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