English Teacher
<p><strong>English Teacher</strong></p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Bradford BD8 7AP<br /><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full Time, Permanent<br /><strong>Start Date:</strong> 1 September 2026<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> MPS/UPS £32,916 - £51,047</p> <p><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Tuesday 9th June, 09:00</p> <p><strong>About the School</strong></p> <p>We are <strong>St Bede’s and St Joseph’s</strong>, a high-achieving Catholic secondary college with a strong reputation for academic excellence, inclusive education, and outstanding pastoral care. Rooted in a clear Catholic ethos, St Bede’s promotes respect, ambition, and intellectual curiosity within a diverse, multi-ethnic and multi-lingual community.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an outstanding and caring <strong>Teacher of English</strong> to join our Learning Division. You will teach with enthusiasm, expertise, and high expectations, supporting all learners to achieve their full potential.</p> <p>You will report to the Learning Division Leader (Ignite) and play an active role in maintaining the ethos, standards, and success of the College.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>You will be expected to:</p> <ul> <li>Deliver high-quality teaching across <strong>English, including up to Advanced Level </strong></li><li>Plan lessons in line with college policy and schemes of work</li><li><strong>Set ambitious and appropriate learning targets</strong> using assessment data</li><li>Monitor, assess, and <strong>report on student progress</strong> effectively</li><li>Maintain high standards of behaviour, punctuality, and engagement</li><li>Create a <strong>stimulating and purposeful learning environment </strong></li><li>Differentiate effectively in collaboration with the Inclusion Team</li><li><strong>Contribute to collaborative planning and curriculum development </strong> </li><li>Participate in appraisal and ongoing professional development</li><li>Provide cover for colleagues when required (rare and infrequent)</li><li>Support extracurricular activities and wider College life</li></ul> <p><strong>Personal Qualities</strong></p> <p>The ideal candidate will be:</p> <ul> <li><strong>An excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge </strong> </li><li>Reflective, creative, and committed to continuous improvement</li><li>Highly organised with strong interpersonal skills</li><li>Resilient, enthusiastic, and able to work collaboratively</li><li><strong>Committed to maintaining high standards for all students </strong></li><li>Able to contribute positively to a supportive staff culture</li></ul> <p>A good sense of humour, flexibility, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.</p> <p><strong>Ethos and Values</strong></p> <p>The successful candidate will:</p> <ul> <li>Support the Catholic ethos and values of the College</li><li>Promote critical thinking, independence, and intellectual curiosity</li><li>Embrace diversity and inclusion in a multicultural school community</li><li>Encourage students to become principled, balanced, and reflective learners</li><li>Support both academic achievement and personal development</li></ul> <p><strong>We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong academic outcomes and motivated students</li><li>Supportive parents and a positive community ethos</li><li>Excellent professional development opportunities</li><li>A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team</li></ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>To apply for this position, please submit your CV before the closing date:</p> <p><strong>Closing date:</strong><strong>Tuesday 9 June, 09:00</strong></p> <p>Other suitable skills and experience include. English Teacher, Teacher of English, Secondary English Teacher, English Lecturer (Secondary), Class Teacher English, KS3 English Teacher, KS4 English Teacher, KS5 English Teacher.</p>