English Teacher

 

• English Teacher
• KS3 and KS4
• Rochester
• Full-time
• September 2026
• Paid to scale

Are you a Teacher of English looking for your next position?

A large secondary Academy in Rochester are looking for a committed, passionate and hardworking an English Teacher to join their staff on a full-time basis from September 2026. The position is for at least 3 terms .Pupils come from a diverse and vibrant local community and benefit greatly from the stability and structure within the new academy and the dedicated staff team at the school. You will be required to teach to English to key stage 3 and key stage 4, following the school's policy on planning and assessment. You will be joining a supportive department, who strive to maintain high standards and expectations.

This well-regarded Kent Secondary school is based in the borough of Rochester and caters to children aged 11 to 18. The school is known for its inclusive ethos, high academic standards, and strong focus on personal development. With excellent facilities and a broad, creative curriculum, it offers a vibrant learning environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and socially. The school places a strong emphasis on community, diversity, and pupil wellbeing, fostering a supportive atmosphere for both staff and students.

This school is part of a large and well-respected academy group which offer a wealth of opportunity for their staff. Senior staff within the academy group recognise individual skills, encourage creativity and provide opportunities for staff to grow, learn and flourish and have a true commitment to career development. Each school within the group has it's own individual identity but benefits from the expertise that comes from a dedicated and experienced central team and shared learning.

To apply for this English Teacher role you will need to:

• Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification
• Have experience of teaching English to KS3 and KS4

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Assessing, tracking, and recording pupil progress to inform teaching and support individual learning needs.
• Creating a stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity and independent thinking.
• Contributing to curriculum development and departmental initiatives within Performing arts
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and parents to promote positive attitudes to learning and achievement.

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.