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Teacher of English

The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 6QT

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  26 January 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  16 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time: School hours
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: UQT1 to M3

What skills and experience we're looking for

The RGS English Department is a collaborative and engaging place that allows each teacher to thrive while developing their knowledge and individual teaching style. Driven by expertise and passion for the subject, we are committed to bringing out the best in our students, going beyond the exam curriculum and bringing English to life. The successful applicant will have drive, energy, a sense of humour and a true love of literature. We want teachers who strive to make a difference and work well as part of a team to make our English department the very best.

What the school offers its staff

We offer

• Excellent pension scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free membership of the School’s Fitness Suite

• Free use of the swimming pool

• Tax efficient purchases of gadgets through the tech scheme

• Staff common room with free tea & coffee

• On site hot and cold food

• Social functions/concerts/plays etc

• Car parking onsite

• Accommodation (limited)

• Long service awards

Wellbeing

• Staff padel

• Staff golf

• Staff football

• Staff yoga

• Staff badminton

• Staff tennis

• Staff touch rugby

• Christmas party

• Secret buddy

• Wellbeing week

• End of term get-togethers

• Staff birthday cake breaks

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Royal Grammar School is committed to promoting the safety and welfare of all pupils.

Appointment is conditional upon at least two satisfactory references.

All staff are required, before taking up post, to undertake an enhanced criminal record check through DBS.

Social media checks will be carried out prior to interview.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

English RP 26.pdf - 1.58 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1409 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe website
• Email address: dmc@rgshw.com
• Phone number: 01494 524955
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-royal-grammar-school-high-wycombe-high-wycombe

There are approximately 90 teachers at the Royal Grammar School. RGS teachers are hardworking, gifted professionals who are able to inspire pupils with their enthusiasm and subject knowledge. They are committed to providing high quality teaching as well as playing a full and purposeful role in the School’s extensive co-curricular programme.

Arranging a visit to The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dmc@rgshw.com.

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