Job description
Teacher of English
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and passionate English Teacher to join a Client Secondary School in North Yorkshire, located approximately 15 miles north of York. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated educator to deliver high-quality English Literature and Language lessons, starting in September 2025.
About the School:
- The school is an comprehensive secondary school with students aged 11-18 graded “Good” by Ofsted in quality of education and personal development this year.
- They have students from over 35 primary schools, which contributes to the friendly, diverse environment at the school.
- The school actively looks for ways to enhance its efficiency and benefits from collaborating with others.
- At Key Stage 5, the school collaborates with another School, where many of their students go on to University with others securing Apprenticeships or employment.
- The school works hard to make sure that every student graduates with the knowledge and self-assurance necessary to actively participate in their communities and the credentials required to access the next stage of their education
Teacher of English responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging English Literature and Language lessons.
- Promote a love of reading, writing, and effective communication within a creative and inclusive classroom setting.
- Promote high standards of achievement through effective classroom management.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the English department.
- Uphold high expectations for behaviour, learning, and academic success.
Teacher of English Requirements:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a Degree in English.
- A proven ability to motivate and challenge students.
- Strong classroom management skills and a passion for education.
- Have a proven track record of improving attainment levels at GCSE for English Literature and Language.
- Hold an enhanced Child Workforce DBS, registered on the update service, or be willing to obtain one through GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you would like to apply for the position of Teacher of English inYork, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.