English Teacher – Warwickshire – Independent Day School –January 2026

A well-established independent day school in Warwickshire is seeking a talented and inspirational Teacher of English to join its thriving English faculty from January 2026 . The school combines academic ambition with a warm, human-centred ethos, creating an environment where both students and teachers flourish. The School Set within beautifully kept grounds and a blend of heritage buildings with contemporary classroom spaces, this is a school known for its exceptional pastoral culture, strong academic outcomes and breadth of co-curricular life. Class sizes are small, and pupils are articulate, motivated and eager to engage with literature, debate and creative expression. The English department is regarded as one of the intellectual pillars of the school, consistently achieving excellent GCSE and A-Level results. Many sixth formers pursue English, Law, History and humanities subjects at Russell Group universities. The Role You will teach English across KS3–KS5 , delivering both Literature and Language. Lessons are discussion-driven, analytical and rooted in deep reading. The department supports teacher autonomy while maintaining a coherent curriculum that celebrates classic texts, contemporary writing and linguistic study. Teachers enjoy time and space to refine their craft — with lighter marking expectations, protected PPA time and access to exceptional resources, including a refurbished library and digital research hub. You Will Bring A passion for literature and an ability to inspire highly engaged pupils QTS or equivalent qualification Confidence teaching at A-Level in a high-achieving environment A reflective, collegiate approach to professional practice Enthusiasm for enrichment — debating, writing clubs, drama links Why Join? Competitive independent school salary Small classes with outstanding behaviour Free lunches, parking and use of on-site facilities Genuine focus on staff wellbeing and work–life balance Opportunities for leadership and curriculum development This is a rare opportunity to join an independent school that truly values scholarship, creativity and the long-term development of its teachers.