English Teacher – Independent Day School –Colchester

English Teacher required January 2026 Independent co-educational day school based in Colchester English Teacher to join a high-performing, literature-rich and academically ambitious English department Our Client is seeking an English Teacher to deliver KS3–KS5 English within a well-established and academically selective independent school. The role involves teaching across a broad curriculum that includes classic and contemporary literature, creative writing, rhetorical analysis and wider reading enrichment. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to co-curricular activities such as debating, literary societies, sixth-form seminars and theatre trips. School Information This respected 11–18 independent school educates approximately 820 students and is widely recognised for its strong academic reputation, high-quality teaching and well-structured pastoral systems. The English department is housed in dedicated teaching rooms equipped with digital learning tools, curated reading collections and interactive platforms that support close textual analysis and independent study. Students are articulate, motivated and eager to engage with challenging material, contributing to consistently strong exam results. Teachers describe the school culture as intellectually stimulating, supportive and community-focused. Leadership is highly regarded for its transparent communication, outstanding pastoral support and genuine commitment to staff wellbeing. Teachers benefit from reduced contact ratios, smaller class sizes and regular protected time for collaborative planning and curriculum development. Professional development is actively encouraged, with funded CPD, opportunities to pursue specialist interests and involvement in whole-school academic initiatives. Salary Competitive independent school salary scale Application Please forward a CV for consideration.