Teacher of English
Longcroft School and Sixth Form College, Beverley, HU17 7EJ18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
16 October 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
28 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong subject knowledge of English and a passion for inspiring young people to develop a love of language and literature. They will be able to plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons that enable students of all abilities to make strong progress and achieve their full potential.The school is looking for an individual who demonstrates high expectations of behaviour, achievement and personal conduct, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel supported and challenged. The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and external agencies is essential.Applicants should have experience of assessing, monitoring and tracking student progress, using assessment information effectively to inform teaching and improve outcomes. They should be confident in adapting teaching strategies to meet the needs of learners, including those with special educational needs, disabilities, disadvantaged backgrounds and high prior attainment.The successful candidate will be committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice, demonstrating a willingness to embrace new ideas and contribute to departmental and wider school improvement. They should be able to work collaboratively within a team, sharing expertise and supporting curriculum development.As a form tutor and member of the wider school community, the school is seeking someone who is dedicated to promoting students' personal development, wellbeing and safeguarding. The ability to support students pastorally, encourage positive attitudes to learning and contribute to extracurricular opportunities would be highly valued.The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, resilience, flexibility and a commitment to the school's values. They will be enthusiastic about making a positive difference to the lives of young people and willing to play a full role in school life beyond their classroom responsibilities.Overall, the school is seeking a passionate and skilled English teacher who combines excellent teaching practice with strong interpersonal skills, high expectations and a genuine commitment to reimagining what is possible for the children we serve.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to significant investment in our professional development programme and work collaboratively with other schools and organisations in the region, creating a range of professional opportunities and the chance to work alongside colleagues from an array of settings. For the right candidate, there will therefore be opportunities for further career progression moving forward. We recognise that great schools invest in great people.
Further information about the job
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.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Longcroft School and Sixth Form College
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 722 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- nicola.smith@longcroft.eriding.net
Situated in beautiful surroundings on the outskirts of the popular market town of Beverley, Longcroft offers motivated and well-behaved students, dedicated staff, a committed and experienced governing body and supportive parents.
With a growing school, colleagues have the opportunity to teach across the age and ability range including to A-Level. Our values of Great Heart, Thought and Vision, underpin all that we are and do, and we are committed to a holistic and enriched education that develops the whole child. Every member of our community is uniquely valued and is recognised for the important part they have to play.
This is a particularly exciting time to join Longcroft School and Sixth Form. Having undergone a transformational investment, Longcroft now enjoys state of the art facilities, set in exceptional grounds. Alongside the development of the estate, the leadership of the school has evolved, including the appointment of a new Headteacher and Deputy Headteachers in recent years as well as an exceptional Curriculum Leader in English who has transformed the school’s offer. The community share an ambitious vision for the school to provide a truly world class, holistic and inclusive education, serving to address social inequality and promote opportunity. This has been reflected in the school’s impressive trajectory and the national recognition it continues to receive. Longcroft has remained the most well attended secondary school in the region for consecutive years and is now ranked number one in the country by the Department for Education in the similar schools report 2026. Children enjoy coming to school and are proud to be a part of our community.
Arranging a visit to Longcroft School and Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nicola.smith@longcroft.eriding.net.
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