English Teacher in Bradford, Yorkshire And The Humber

English Teacher

Location: Bradford BD8 7AP
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS £32,916 - £51,047

Closing Date: Tuesday 9th June, 09:00

About the School

We are St Bede’s and St Joseph’s, 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.

About the Role

We are seeking an outstanding and caring Teacher of English to join our Learning Division. You will teach with enthusiasm, expertise, and high expectations, supporting all learners to achieve their full potential.

You will report to the Learning Division Leader (Ignite) and play an active role in maintaining the ethos, standards, and success of the College.

Key Responsibilities

You will be expected to:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across English, including up to Advanced Level
• Plan lessons in line with college policy and schemes of work
• Set ambitious and appropriate learning targets using assessment data
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress effectively
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, punctuality, and engagement
• Create a stimulating and purposeful learning environment
• Differentiate effectively in collaboration with the Inclusion Team
• Contribute to collaborative planning and curriculum development
• Participate in appraisal and ongoing professional development
• Provide cover for colleagues when required (rare and infrequent)
• Support extracurricular activities and wider College life

Personal Qualities

The ideal candidate will be:

• An excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge
• Reflective, creative, and committed to continuous improvement
• Highly organised with strong interpersonal skills
• Resilient, enthusiastic, and able to work collaboratively
• Committed to maintaining high standards for all students
• Able to contribute positively to a supportive staff culture

A good sense of humour, flexibility, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.

Ethos and Values

The successful candidate will:

• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the College
• Promote critical thinking, independence, and intellectual curiosity
• Embrace diversity and inclusion in a multicultural school community
• Encourage students to become principled, balanced, and reflective learners
• Support both academic achievement and personal development

We Offer

• Strong academic outcomes and motivated students
• Supportive parents and a positive community ethos
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your CV before the closing date:

Closing date: Tuesday 9 June, 09:00

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.

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