Secondary English Teacher
Coventry
Full time
£30,000 – £46,000 per annum
Vacancy ID
2bef3f16-6adc-4aa2-8384-3348b7f52c5b
Job Description
As a Secondary English Teacher, you’ll take centre stage in shaping pupils’ understanding of literature, language, and communication. This role is about sparking curiosity, encouraging critical thinking, and helping students find their voice. You’ll deliver engaging lessons that make Shakespeare feel relevant and persuasive writing feel powerful. With autonomy to bring your creativity into the classroom, you’ll guide students through both classic texts and modern works, adapting approaches to reach learners of all abilities.
Your lessons will do more than cover curriculum requirements – they’ll help students build confidence in reading, writing, and speaking. From lively class debates to thoughtful analysis of poetry, you’ll encourage students to connect learning to the world around them. Beyond teaching, you’ll play a key role in supporting extracurricular activities such as book clubs, drama productions, or debate societies. This is a role for someone who values both academic rigour and the personal growth of every pupil.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 + KS4.
Support pupils in developing literacy and analytical skills.
Prepare students for GCSE exams with tailored interventions.
Contribute to extracurricular activities and school culture.
Desired Experience
+ Qualifications
QTS or equivalent English teaching qualification.
Strong subject knowledge with passion for literature + language.
Ability to motivate and challenge diverse learners.
Organised, reflective, and collaborative mindset.
About the School
Located in Coventry, this secondary academy is rated “Good” by Ofsted and known for its ambitious and inclusive approach. The school has invested heavily in technology and modern teaching spaces, blending tradition with innovation to prepare pupils for future success. English is a flagship department, with consistently strong GCSE outcomes and a reputation for creative teaching.
The school has a broad enrichment programme, encouraging students to take part in performing arts, debating, and creative writing initiatives. Its ethos centres on high expectations balanced with strong pastoral care, ensuring students feel both challenged and supported. Teachers here benefit from ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow into leadership roles.
Staff wellbeing is prioritised, with mentoring programmes, reduced admin burdens, and collaboration at the heart of practice. Students leave with strong exam results but also with confidence, resilience, and curiosity – a true reflection of the school’s values.
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What do I need?
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
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A DBS (and Overseas Police Check if you’ve recently lived outside the UK for more than 6 months).
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Education-based referee details - we’ll apply for the references!
That’s it! Our process is simple, and our consultants will advise on how to fast track your checks so you can start working ASAP.
Equal Opportunities Employer
Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will be there to support you throughout the process.
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