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Teacher of English

Ralph Thoresby School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 7RX

This job expired on 23 June 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  23 June 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  5 June 2025

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: English, Languages
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 -UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

Ralph Thoresby School – Teacher of English

Are you a passionate and knowledgeable English teacher ready to make a real impact? Ralph Thoresby School is looking for a dedicated professional with a strong understanding of English teaching and learning, excellent classroom practice, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant Honours degree
• A proven track record of improving student outcomes
• Strong data literacy to monitor and support student progress
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with staff, parents, students, and Governors
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Join a forward-thinking school where your skills will be valued and your development supported. Help us shape a brighter future for our students. Apply today!

To apply please visit our website and look at the Vacancy page for more details.

What the school offers its staff

Governors and staff at Ralph Thoresby School are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).

This job post has expired.

Additional documents

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

Candidate Pack English June 2025.pdf - 1.28 MB (opens in new tab)

RTS Teaching Staff Application Form 2023.pdf - 188 KB (opens in new tab)

About Ralph Thoresby School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1004 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ralph Thoresby School website
• Email address: recruitment@ralphthoresby.com
• Phone number: 0113 397 9911
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ralph-thoresby-school

The school is a mixed community school with over 1,000 students on role. Approximately 30% of our students come from ethnic minority backgrounds and we have a resource provision for physically impaired students which really adds to the positive and harmonious atmosphere around school. Our superb, modern school building further enhances the atmosphere and supports students’ learning. ‘This is a school where staff and pupils celebrate diversity and promote values of tolerance, mutual respect, and care for others’ (Ofsted).

Arranging a visit to Ralph Thoresby School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@ralphthoresby.com.

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