English Teacher - Independent School - West Sussex

Looking to join an independent school with a flourishing English department in West Sussex ?
A prestigious independent school with a highly respected English department is seeking an inspiring, knowledgeable, and dedicated English Teacher to join its thriving academic community.

Job Overview
Our client is recruiting for an English Teacher to begin in January 2026 . This outstanding independent, co-educational school is renowned for:
• Its strong academic outcomes
• A warm and supportive pastoral ethos
• A rich and engaging co-curricular programme

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, intellectually ambitious English lessons from KS3 to KS5 , working with motivated, articulate pupils who show a genuine enthusiasm for literature, language, and creative expression.

The School
This is a school where excellence in English is truly valued. The department is well regarded for its high standards of teaching, strong examination results, and a culture that encourages reading, debate, and critical thinking across the school.

Pupils benefit from:
• A broad and stimulating English curriculum
• Exposure to a wide range of classic and contemporary texts
• Opportunities for creative writing, analytical discussion, and independent thinking
• A strong emphasis on oracy, debate, and written expression

Parents regularly praise the school’s nurturing environment, academic ambition, and commitment to developing confident and articulate young people.

Staff describe the school as supportive, well-led, and professionally rewarding, with an emphasis on autonomy, collaboration, and continuous professional development.

Benefits typically include:
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
• Outstanding facilities and teaching resources
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Fee remission (where applicable)
• A varied co-curricular programme including clubs, trips, and enrichment activities

Location: West Sussex
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience

English Teacher – Experience and Qualifications
• A degree in English or a related subject
• A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (e.g. PGCE)
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for English
• Excellent communication, planning, and ICT skills
• The ability to inspire and challenge pupils of all abilities
• The legal right to work in the UK

Application
If you are an enthusiastic English Teacher seeking to join a high-performing independent school, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.