English Teacher Senior School Manchester

English Teacher – Drive Literary Scholarship and Inspire Creative Writing in a Leading North West Independent School – Manchester

A leading independent senior school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated and articulate English Teacher to join their highly successful department from January 2026.

• English Teacher required from January 2026


• Manchester-based
  independent school with a strong reputation for academic and creative arts excellence.


• Seeking a specialist in Pre- and Post-1900 Literature to teach A-Level.

You will teach English Language and Literature to academically bright students up to the Sixth Form. The role emphasizes a scholarly approach to texts, encouraging independent reading and a strong focus on creative and analytical writing skills.

Experience and Qualifications

• QTS is beneficial but not mandatory; experience in a high-achieving school is essential.


• A track record of achieving excellent results in the AQA or Edexcel A-Level English specification.


• A passion for dramatic performance or a literary society contribution is expected.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to differentiate for exceptionally bright students.

School Information

The school provides a supportive, professional environment with excellent resources. The English department runs a popular program of theatre trips and literary lectures.

• Highly motivated students and small class sizes.


• Dedicated time for planning and collaboration.


• Competitive salary and regional pay scale.

Salary

Paid to the Independent School Scale (Competitive Regional Salary)

Application

To apply for this Independent School English Teacher position in Manchester, please send your most up to date as soon as possible.