Teacher of English

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Franklin Sixth Form College is a thriving, high-achieving sixth form college, proudly serving North East Lincolnshire and its surrounding rural and coastal areas. With around 2,100 full-time 16-18 and 500 part-time adult students, we are known for our inclusive, supportive environment and strong commitment to student success.

Our recent Ofsted Outstanding rating reflects our dedication to exceptional teaching, learning, and assessment. As a college, we are passionate about inspiring and empowering students to achieve their full potential through high-quality education, strong industry links, and innovative vocational programmes.

Teacher of English (1 post – 0.6 FTE)

Franklin Sixth Form College is seeking an ambition and highly motivated Teacher of English to join our experienced, dynamic English team from August 2026. This post offers an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about how English can change students’ lives, has a commitment to academic excellence, and wants to support students to achieve outstanding outcomes in a subject that lies at the heart of the curriculum.

English is a well-established department which delivers a range of A Levels and has particularly outstanding success in GCSE English Language. We are looking for a teacher who can deliver inspiring lessons, use innovative teaching strategies, and help students build both the skills and resilience needed for further study, apprenticeships, and employment. The successful candidate would initially join our team to deliver on the GCSE English Language course however, dependent upon expertise, there could be scope to contribute to A Level delivery within the department.

The ideal candidate will be well qualified with a degree in English and will demonstrate a commitment to high standards in teaching and learning. You should have the ability to challenge students of all abilities, analyse performance data effectively, and contribute to the continual improvement of departmental practice. An enthusiasm for collaborative planning and the willingness to support English enrichment activities will also be important.

In return, we offer a supportive team ethos and a College culture that encourages creativity in the classroom. Franklin College places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional growth, providing high-quality training and mentoring to help teachers refine their craft and progress in their careers.

Franklin College offers a fantastic working environment, where staff are valued and supported in their professional development. Salaries are competitive, based on the Sixth Form College teachers’ pay scale, depending on qualification and experience (NSP1 £33,465 to NSP9 £51,714 FTE per annum), with excellent opportunities for career progression.

Alongside a generous Teachers’ Pension Scheme, staff benefit from free on-site gym facilities, free parking, a Cycle to Work Scheme, and excellent on-site catering facilities.

Join an inspiring team that is shaping futures and helping students achieve their full potential.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on 7th May 2026

Interview dates: w/c 11th May 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Franklin College has a proven commitment equality of opportunity and actively promotes the welfare, safeguarding and PREVENT duty of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check. Other checks may also be necessary. Franklin College is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, and other checks may also be required. Franklin Sixth Form College is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Pre-employment references will wherever possible be taken up prior to interview in line with the College’s Safer Recruitment Policy.

The College are also obliged to conduct an online search about you for information that is publicly available online. This will include social media accounts you may hold. This will only be carried out on shortlisted candidates before interview. This processing of data will be conducted under the legal basis of Article 6(e) public task in line with the guidance laid out in para 220 to 225 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025.