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Hackney Central
6 months ago
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Ignite a Love of Language in Hackney! Full-Time English Teacher at Outstanding School (September 2025 Start - KS3, KS4 & KS5)

Are you an inspiring and passionate English Teacher ready to immerse young minds in the power of words, literature, and communication? Our Outstanding school in the vibrant and academically successful London Borough of Hackney is seeking an enthusiastic Full-Time Teacher of English to join our dynamic and highly regarded English department from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to cultivate a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE English Language & Literature), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level English Literature, Language, or Combined) within a supportive and ambitious educational environment.

In this rewarding full-time role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Spark Literary Adventures: Deliver engaging and challenging English lessons that introduce students to a diverse range of texts, from classic literature to contemporary voices, fostering a deep appreciation for storytelling and poetic expression.

  • Empower Confident Communicators: Guide students to develop strong analytical, argumentative, and creative writing skills, enabling them to express themselves clearly and persuasively in various forms.

  • Cultivate Critical Thinkers: Encourage students to analyse language, understand authorial intent, and engage in thoughtful discussions about complex themes and ideas.

  • Contribute to a Collaborative Department: Join a supportive and innovative English department that values teamwork, shared best practice, and a collective commitment to student success and academic excellence.

  • Embrace Diversity: Thrive within Hackney's rich multicultural community, leveraging its diverse linguistic and cultural heritage to enrich the English curriculum and engage all learners.

  • Shape Future Scholars: Play a key role in guiding A-Level students towards further study at leading universities in English, Law, Journalism, and other humanities-rich fields.

  • Contribute to Enrichment: Participate in or lead extracurricular activities such as debating clubs, creative writing workshops, or literary societies, fostering a broader love for the subject.

    We are looking for a passionate and qualified English Teacher with QTS and a strong academic background in English Literature or Language. A proven ability to deliver inspiring and effective lessons that foster critical reading, analytical writing, and a genuine enthusiasm for the subject across all key stages, particularly at A-Level, is essential. If you are ready to make a significant contribution to our outstanding team in Hackney, a borough renowned for its educational progress and innovation, we encourage you to apply for a September 2025 start.

    Ignite a lifelong love of language and literature with us in Hackney – join our dedicated team for a September 2025 start, including A-Level teaching

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