English Teacher (Secondary) - August 2026

English Teacher

Reach British School is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, motivated, and dedicated English Teacher.

The ideal applicant will possess a profound enthusiasm for English language and literature, coupled with a strong dedication to designing engaging and structured lessons that improve students' reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills. They will offer tailored feedback consistent with essential school policies, such as Teaching & Learning and Assessment, ensuring that students are supported, challenged, and inspired to attain exceptional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver outstanding English lessons that align with the school’s curriculum and planning frameworks (LTPs, MTPs, and STPs).
• Enhance students' reading comprehension, writing abilities, vocabulary, and critical thinking.
• Effectively organize lessons to sustain pace, challenge, and student engagement.
• Clarify learning objectives to ensure students understand them clearly.
• Differentiate instruction to inspire and challenge every student, both individually and in groups.
• Create avenues for discussion, debate, creative writing, and analytical thought.
• Foster a love of reading by introducing students to a wide array of literary works and genres.
• Support students in improving their communication and presentation skills.
• Assign relevant and engaging homework to reinforce and extend classroom learning.
• Employ peer and self-assessment strategies to promote reflection and improvement.
• Efficiently manage classroom behavior and resources.
• Maintain high expectations and promote positive behavior following school policy.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of all learners, including students of determination (SEN) and EAL students.
• Ensure students understand key literary terms, language conventions, and writing techniques.
• Integrate SMSC development, showcasing creativity, innovation, and enterprise in lesson planning.
• Foster a secure, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and opinions.

AMAR: Academic Monitoring, Assessment and Reporting

• Carry out accurate formative and summative assessments and facilitate moderation as necessary.
• Use assessment data effectively to inform lesson planning and enhance student progress.
• Provide systematic, meaningful, and age-appropriate personalized feedback.
• Complete individualized reports in line with the school’s Assessment and Reporting Policy.

About Reach British School

Established in 2012, Reach British School is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global network of 82 schools. We offer the National Curriculum for England to students aged 3 to 18. Our school is expanding and currently educates over 1,860 students from more than 70 nationalities.

Our educators motivate students to become confident and resilient learners through inquiry-based and innovative teaching practices. Our facilities include computer labs, innovation rooms, science labs, a multipurpose sports hall, and a swimming pool. Students benefit from a cross-curricular approach to learning, supported by high-quality resources and digital technologies that enhance their educational experiences inside and outside the classroom.

We welcome applications from passionate professionals who are eager to make an impact and view each day as an opportunity for learning and development.

Person Specification

Candidates must demonstrate:

• A minimum of 2 years of full-time teaching experience in the UK or at a British Curriculum school.
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum for England (English) and current assessment methodologies.
• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to engage students in significant learning experiences.
• Familiarity with data systems, student tracking, intervention strategies, and reporting.
• A commitment to providing exceptional teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in utilizing Apply via the WhatSchool platform.