Job Description

English Lecturer - Northampton
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: January 2026 | Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated English teacher looking to inspire the next generation of readers, writers, and critical thinkers?

We are supporting a thriving secondary school in Northampton seeking to appoint a motivated English Lecturer from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that values academic excellence, creativity, and student development.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Delivering engaging and dynamic GCSE and/or A-Level English lessons across KS4 and KS5

  • Teaching key topics including literature, language, creative writing, analysis, and critical thinking

  • Supporting students to develop strong reading, writing, and analytical skills

  • Planning, preparing, and assessing lessons that challenge and support learners of all abilities

  • Contributing to school-wide projects, enrichment activities, and curriculum development

  • Encouraging a love of literature, language, and communication among all students

Who We're Looking For:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with proven experience teaching English

  • Strong classroom management and a professional, positive teaching style

  • Adaptable, reflective, and committed to inclusive teaching practice

  • Passionate about helping students succeed academically and personally

  • Open to applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

What's On Offer:

  • A full-time, long-term or permanent position in a supportive Northampton secondary school

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Access to continuous professional development and career progression opportunities

  • A collaborative, supportive working environment

  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' learning, confidence, and future pathways

If you're ready to inspire, challenge, and empower students through the world of English language and literature, apply today and take the next step in your teaching career.