English Teacher

The School

Welcome to St Richard's Catholic College, where education goes beyond the classroom. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school dedicated to fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a strong sense of community. Our educators are passionate about inspiring students to reach their full potential, and we are always on the lookout for talented, motivated professionals to join our team.

If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people and eager to be part of a dynamic and supportive environment, we invite you to explore the opportunities available at St Richard's Catholic College. Together, we can empower the next generation of thinkers, leaders and innovators.

Discover the rewarding career possibilities with us, and help shape the future of our students. Apply today to become a valued member of our teaching community!

The Role

The Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, inspirational and outstanding teacher of English. September 2026 start.

We offer a well-established programme of induction and professional development; excellent facilities to work in and the support of a strong, creative and committed team of specialists who are aspirational for all pupils, who achieve outstanding results.

Key Accountabilities

Planning, Teaching and Class Management

 Teach allocated pupils by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:

• identifying clear learning outcomes;
• setting tasks which challenge pupils;
• setting appropriate and challenging expectations;
• setting clear targets, building on prior attainment;
• having a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils including those with SEND, Pupil Premium and the More Able, and able to use a variety of teaching approaches to engage and support them;
• providing a clear structure for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge;
• making effective use of assessment and ensure coverage of programmes of study;
• making use of St Richard’s ‘six features of an outstanding lesson’;
• ensuring effective teaching and best use of available time;
• maintaining discipline in accordance with the school’s procedures and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework;
• care of the teaching area with a contribution to display areas to provide a stimulating and attractive learning environment;
• using a variety of teaching methods;
• ensuring pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the topic taught;
• implementing intervention strategies to reduce gaps in progress between different groups;
• evaluating and reflecting on own teaching critically to improve effectiveness;
• ensuring the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support;

Please see Job Description and Person Spec attached for further details. 

Closing date: Monday 9th March, however, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview on receipt of applications rather than await the closing date.

St Richard’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.