Teacher of English

MPS / UPS

Permanent from 1 September 2026

The Department

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-qualified English teacher to join this high-achieving department from September 2026. We deliver a challenging and rigorous curriculum to all students across KS3 and KS4, and recruit large numbers into the Sixth Form to study English Literature and/or English Language. A genuine passion for the subject and for developing research-informed practice is essential, as well as an understanding of how to diversify the curriculum to keep in step with a changing world.

The AGS English Department will:

• Empower students by developing advanced communication skills
• Foster a lifelong love of words through literature and language study
• Enable enquiring and critical engagement with others’ ideas
• Encourage a sense of cultural identity.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in an outstanding academic environment with innovative and experienced colleagues and keen, well-motivated students.

‘Teachers deliver lessons with passion’ (Ofsted 2022)

The English curriculum

All members of the department teach across the full age range, with about half the department experienced in teaching A Level English Language. As a department, we have developed robust and challenging Programmes of Study. There are comprehensive and well-resourced schemes of work are in place; teachers are encouraged to be creative and innovative in their approach.

KS3 In Years 7-9 students study a range of challenging literary texts and language topics, based on both spoken and written English. Lessons are typically interactive with a strong emphasis on shared talk to develop a personal voice within the classroom. A weekly Y7 GAP lesson places an emphasis on technical accuracy and wider reading.

KS4 All members of the department are expected to teach GCSE and take a full role in planning, teaching and assessment. Students follow the GCSE AQA English Language and AQA English Literature specifications. Our current GCSE course is extremely successful. KS4 classrooms are characterised by reflective questioning; we are open to new ideas and constantly striving to sharpen our practice and targeted student support.

KS5 AQA English Language and Edexcel English Literature. A significant number of our students go on to pursue English courses at University. We are particularly proud of our innovative A level teaching methods: we deliver an NEA programme based on Higher Education models of seminars and individual tutorials.

Extra-curricular

• Here are some of the extra-curricular opportunities we offer to students at the moment: we welcome new ideas and initiatives.
• Library & Reading Challenge
• Author visits including Jonathan Stroud and Matt Dickinson
• Warwickshire Schools Book Award
• Writers’ Club and entries into national writing competitions
• A level Lecture Days and masterclasses
• University workshops and tasters
• Reading groups and entries into national reading challenges
• Quiz club

Person Specification

It is expected that the successful applicant(s) will be able to fulfil the following criteria:

Qualifications :

• QTS and a good honours degree in a related subject. Please note that QTS is a requirement for this post.

Experience:

Relationships:

• A commitment to students as individuals
• A sensitive attitude to students of all backgrounds, abilities and ages and the ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of the most able and those with Special Educational needs
• An ability to create a stimulating and challenging learning environment for students
• A recognition of the importance of partnership with parents
• A supportive and co-operative approach to colleagues

Personal Characteristics

• A commitment to the AGS ethos
• A willingness to continue learning and developing as a teacher
• A reflective approach to their own practice and to the overall performance of the department
• Hard working and adaptable
• Happy to work independently or in collaboration
• Able to carry initiatives through to their conclusion
• Friendly and approachable
• Well organised and able to meet deadlines
• Demonstrate a passion for the subject and an ability to enthuse students of all ages
• A commitment to safeguarding children’s well being
• A commitment to playing a part in the wider life of the school

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Safeguarding

Alcester Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Equal Opportunities

Alcester Grammar School is committed to developing a culture of inclusion in our school for the benefit of all staff, pupils and governors. We believe that all staff should thrive irrespective of race, religious beliefs, disability, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation. We recognise and respect values and difference and we work to remove any barriers which inhibit the development of people, including recruitment and retention.

How to apply

It is strongly recommended that any interested candidates talk to the Assistant Principal, Helena Tingle, before application, to ensure that they fully understand the nature of this role.  See the following slide for contact details.

Applications are to be submitted via the My New Term Website by 8 am on  Thursday 30th April 2026.

Should you have any questions or queries regarding this position, please do not hesitate to contact:

Helena Tingle - Assistant Principal

h.tingle@alcestergs.com

01789 762494