Teacher of English - Independent Mixed School - Gosforth

A highly respected co-educational independent Mixed School in the affluent Gosforth area of Newcastle, celebrated for its rigorous academic programme and commitment to liberal arts education, is seeking an ambitious Teacher of English for a Permanent, Full-Time position, commencing January 2026.

Compensation & Contract

• Job Title: Teacher of English
• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
• Start Date: January 2026
• Salary: Highly competitive independent school salary, reflecting the North East region and experience.

The Role

• The successful Teacher of English will take ownership of teaching English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 to 5 (A-Level), inspiring a genuine love of reading and critical analysis.
• You will join a highly collaborative and well-resourced department, benefiting from dedicated time for resource creation and sharing of best practice.
• The Teacher of English is expected to contribute to the school's celebrated co-curricular programme, potentially by running a literary society or mentoring students for Oxbridge preparation.
• This permanent post offers the Teacher of English a stable environment with small class sizes and highly motivated pupils.
• You will be fully involved in departmental assessment, tracking, and intervention strategies to ensure every pupil achieves their maximum potential as the Teacher of English.
• The role requires the Teacher of English to act as a supportive Form Tutor, reinforcing the school's strong pastoral ethos.
• The school provides extensive CPD opportunities for every Teacher of English to progress their career.
• We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and highly promising ECTs for the role of Teacher of English.

Requirements

• Holds QTS
• Has the right to work in the UK
• Experience teaching KS3/4 and or KS5

About the School This school provides a nurturing yet academically demanding environment, preparing students for the UK's leading universities. It is highly valued within the local community for its focus on character development alongside academic excellence.