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Elevate Your Career: Lead and Inspire English at Our Outstanding Portsmouth School (September 2025 Start)
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and highly accomplished English teacher looking to further their career within a high-achieving and forward-thinking school in the historic and vibrant city of Portsmouth. This role, commencing in September 2025, offers significant autonomy, the chance to shape the future of English provision across the school, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students' literacy skills and appreciation for the power of language within the vibrant Portsmouth community.
As our Teacher of English, joining us in September 2025, you will:
- Lead and Inspire: Take a lead role in the delivery and development of the English curriculum across all Key Stages, inspiring high-achieving students to reach their full literary potential and fostering a school-wide love of language.
- Shape Curriculum Innovation: Have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of our English curriculum, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, the use of technology, and celebrating the diverse voices and stories within the Portsmouth context.
- Mentor and Guide: Act as a role model and mentor for students with a passion for English, fostering their aspirations for further study and careers where strong communication and literacy skills are valued.
- Collaborate with a Dedicated English Team: Work alongside a team of experienced and passionate English specialists, sharing best practices and contributing to the overall success of the department within the Portsmouth educational landscape and the wider literary community.
- Benefit from Professional Growth: Access excellent professional development opportunities tailored to your expertise and career aspirations, supported by a forward-thinking leadership team that values the importance of English education in a diverse urban environment like Portsmouth.
We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified English teacher with a proven track record of outstanding results across the secondary age range. Experience in leading literacy initiatives, developing curriculum resources, and working with diverse student populations is highly desirable. You will possess a deep understanding of the English curriculum, excellent pedagogical skills, and the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities. If you are ready to take the next significant step in your career within an exceptional educational environment in Portsmouth, starting in September 2025, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Advance your professional journey and make a significant contribution to the literary life of our outstanding Portsmouth school, commencing September 2025!
