English Teacher

Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 8JE

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Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
2 December 2024 at 9am
Date listed
6 November 2024

Job details

Job role: Teacher
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Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject: English
Working pattern: Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Full-Time or Part-Time hours available
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: M1-6, UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join our outstanding teaching team. You will be responsible for teaching English to students in Years 7 to 11, delivering engaging and creative lessons that develop and engage our students with a love for literature and language. You will be a part of a young, forward-thinking, collaborative and supportive department that values innovation in teaching and a commitment to student success. The faculty work hard as a team but also have a great sense of humour and achieve a healthy work-life balance. We are looking for a team player who will help us to develop and shape the next phase of our journey to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons to students in Years 7-11, adhering to the national curriculum.
Inspire students to engage deeply with literature, writing, and critical thinking.
Assess and monitor students’ progress, providing feedback to help them achieve their personal and academic goals.
Foster a classroom environment based on mutual respect, inclusivity, and a love of learning.
Participate in departmental and whole-school initiatives to promote literacy and student development.
Contribute to the wider life of the school community through extracurricular activities or pastoral support.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Strong subject knowledge of English, with the ability to teach up to GCSE level.
A passion for teaching and learning, with a commitment to student progress and achievement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
An understanding and appreciation of the school’s Christian ethos and values.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope.
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning.
Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child.
Make a positive impact on the lives of young people, promoting a
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community. We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team.
Our English Faculty offers a unique opportunity to teach a wide range of subjects, including English Language, English Literature, and Media Studies, in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The department is housed in a dedicated suite of classrooms, each with an interactive whiteboard and sound system with access to a Faculty workroom and adjacent staff room that fosters a spirit of collaboration and innovation amongst our teachers. This is more than just a place to teach—it’s a space to grow and thrive professionally.
We are a forward-thinking team, passionate about integrating technology with traditional teaching methods to shape the learners of tomorrow. With every student equipped with their own iPad, you will have the opportunity to explore innovative approaches to education, ensuring learning is engaging, interactive, and future-ready. We offer an inspirational range of CPD opportunities including NPQ programmes of development led by the Church of England Foundation for Educational Leadership.
Crawley’s rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.
genuine love for English, reading and lifelong learning.

Further details about the role

For further details on our school see our vacancies page, where you can view a video or PowerPoint from our Executive Head Teacher, Reverend Millwood.

Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area.

Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key elements: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where they can truly excel, both academically and personally.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete the application form available on the website, together with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. This must be emailed to hr@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk by 9am on Monday 2nd December 2024. Interview date – w/c 9th December 2024.

For further information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Clare King, Associate Assistant Head and Leader of Learning (English) - cking@holytrinitycrawley.org.uk

The closing and interview dates are a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process.

The Holy Trinity Church of England Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we cooperate with other agencies and initiatives at local and national level. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful job applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring service check at an enhanced level, in line with all schools across West Sussex. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warning as well as convictions, spent or unspent.  

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.