English Teacher – Independent School in Watford

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Start Date: April 2026 Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience Looking for an independent school with a flourishing English department in Watford? A respected independent school in Watford is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join their successful department from April 2026. Job Overview This co-educational independent school is renowned for: • strong academic outcomes across the curriculum, • a vibrant reading and writing culture, and • a supportive and nurturing pastoral environment. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and intellectually ambitious English lessons across KS3 to KS5, working with motivated and articulate pupils who value literature and language. The School The English department is well-established, forward-thinking, and central to the school’s academic success. Pupils benefit from: • a broad and challenging English curriculum, • exposure to diverse texts and authors, • opportunities for creative and academic writing, and • a strong emphasis on debate and critical thinking. Staff describe the school as collaborative, well-led, and professionally fulfilling. Benefits typically include: • Excellent CPD and subject-specific development • Modern facilities and high-quality teaching resources • A strong focus on staff wellbeing • Fee remission (where applicable) • A rich co-curricular programme including drama and debating English Teacher – Experience and Qualifications • A degree in English or a related discipline • A recognised teaching qualification with QTS • Strong subject knowledge and passion for English • Excellent planning and communication skills • Ability to inspire and challenge pupils • The legal right to work in the UK Application If you are an English Teacher seeking an independent school in Watford, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.