English Teacher

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Teacher of English Literature and Language to join us in August 2025. 

Inspiring a Global Generation 

St. Peter's International School, a member of the Inspired Education Group, is a vibrant learning community dedicated to nurturing the talents and potential of students from diverse backgrounds. We offer a rigorous and enriching curriculum that prepares students for success in a globalised world. 

Join our passionate team! 

We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified English Literature and Language Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. In this role, you will help students develop a deep understanding and appreciation of English literature and language while enhancing their critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills. 

In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18th January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/3761/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver engaging instruction in both English Literature and Language, aligned with Cambridge IGCSE and IB curricula, or equivalent programmes.

• Encourage critical thinking and literary analysis, fostering a passion for diverse texts and real-world relevance in students.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities, ensuring an inclusive and dynamic classroom environment.

• Develop students’ analytical and creative writing skills, preparing them for a variety of assessments and fostering strong communication skills.

• Create a collaborative and interactive classroom that promotes debate, critical thinking, and independent research.

• Utilise a variety of teaching methods, including group discussions, independent projects, and technology, to enhance learning outcomes.

• Provide timely and constructive feedback, using formative and summative assessments to track and improve student progress.

• Promote student well-being, creating an inclusive, supportive environment that encourages confidence and active participation.

• Adhere to school policies and maintain high professional standards while contributing to the wider school community.

• Engage in continuous professional development, staying up to date with best practices in literature and language instruction.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Hold a relevant degree in English, English Literature, or a related field, preferably with international teaching experience. 
• Have a valid teaching qualification and experience teaching both English Literature and Language at the secondary level. 
• Possess a deep passion for literature and language, and a commitment to fostering critical thinking in students. 
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Are highly organised, detail-oriented, and collaborative in your approach to teaching. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to student welfare and safeguarding practices. 
• Have a strong command of English and embrace innovative teaching methods. 

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.