11 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2026

  • Closing date

    12 September 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    31 August 2025

Job details

Job role

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

English

Working pattern

Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share)

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range

What skills and experience we're looking for

English Teacher – Inspire, Engage, Achieve

The Hayling College is a small, ambitious, and award-winning secondary school serving 545 pupils aged 11–16. We are proud to be a forward-thinking and rapidly improving school, committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience for every student.

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic English Teacher to join our thriving department. This is an exciting opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, shaping the next generation of readers, writers, and critical thinkers.

At The Hayling College, we believe English should ignite imaginations, empower expression, and open doors. If you share this vision and are committed to helping young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons in English Language and Literature at KS3 and KS4.
  • Prepare students for GCSE examinations, ensuring high expectations and strong outcomes.
  • Provide constructive feedback and use assessment effectively to accelerate progress.
  • Contribute to a collaborative and innovative English department.
  • Inspire a lifelong love of reading, writing, and critical thinking.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  • Experience of teaching English at Key Stage 3 and 4, with proven GCSE success desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of the English National Curriculum and exam board requirements.

Skills & Qualities:

  • Enthusiastic about literature, language, and creative writing, and able to share this passion with students.
  • Skilled in differentiating lessons to meet diverse learning needs (including SEND and EAL).
  • Strong classroom presence with excellent behaviour management.
  • Confident in using data and technology to support learning and progress.

Professionalism & Attitude:

  • Resilient, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development.
  • A collaborative team player with a positive approach to school life.
  • Willing to support or lead enrichment opportunities, such as clubs, competitions, or trips.
  • Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.

What We Offer

  • 20% PPA time – one of only two schools in Hampshire aspiring to this, demonstrating our commitment to teacher wellbeing and high-quality lesson planning.
  • Access to healthcare support and staff wellbeing initiatives.
  • Generous pension and sick pay scheme.
  • Free membership to staff benefits and discount platforms.
  • Flexible working opportunities.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a school where innovation, improvement, creativity and student success are at the heart of everything we do. As an English Teacher at The Hayling College, you will not only inspire your pupils but also benefit from a culture that invests in its staff, prioritises wellbeing, and fosters professional growth.

If you are ready to make a lasting impact and share our commitment to excellence in English education, we encourage you to apply.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: Healthcare support, Golden Ticket, Sick Pay, Pension, free membership of staff benefits scheme, and flexible working opportunities.

We are proud to be one of only two schools in Hampshire with a clear aspiration to achieve 20% PPA time for our teaching staff. This commitment reflects our belief in supporting teacher wellbeing, professional development, and the delivery of high-quality education. As a prospective English Teacher, you will benefit from this forward-thinking approach, allowing you the time and space to plan engaging, impactful lessons and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Join us in a school that values its staff and strives to lead the way in educational practice.


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

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

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About The Hayling College

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary
School size
553 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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School website
The Hayling College website
Email address
tasha.breading@hayling.hants.sch.uk
Phone number
02392466241
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teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-hayling-college

​The Hayling College is a coeducational foundation secondary school located on Hayling Island, Hampshire, serving students aged 11 to 16. The current enrolment stands at approximately 540. The college is led by Headteacher Mr. Martyn Reah. ​

Situated in a supportive local community, The Hayling College maintains strong connections with nearby primary schools, including Mill Rythe Junior School and Mengham Junior School, facilitating smooth transitions for students. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum.

Beyond academics, the college offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs and trips, to support students' personal development. A well-developed careers curriculum provides pupils with valuable work experience and regular interactions with employers and further education institutions, aiming to raise aspirations and prepare students for future opportunities. ​

The Hayling College is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Arranging a visit to The Hayling College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tasha.breading@hayling.hants.sch.uk.

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