Job Title: English Teacher
Location: Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom
Salary:  £33,075 – £50,471 Per Annum 
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role:

Heart Teaching is looking for a passionate and dynamic English Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Dartford. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality English lessons, inspiring students to develop a love for language and literature, and supporting their academic journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is committed to making a positive impact on students’ lives 📚✨.

As an English Teacher, you will have the chance to engage students in thought-provoking lessons and foster their creativity, critical thinking, and literacy skills 🌟.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Plan and deliver engaging English lessons that inspire students and foster their love for literature, language, and writing ✍️.
🔹 Develop and implement differentiated lesson plans to cater to a variety of learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students are supported to achieve their full potential 📚.
🔹 Assess student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement 📝.
🔹 Promote a positive and inclusive classroom environment, encouraging students to express their ideas and opinions with confidence 💬.
🔹 Work closely with colleagues to implement cross-curricular strategies and share best practices 👥.
🔹 Maintain clear and accurate records of student progress and behaviour, and communicate regularly with parents and carers regarding their child’s development 📊.
🔹 Support students’ personal and academic growth, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and self-reflection 🧠.
🔹 Contribute to the wider school community by participating in extra-curricular activities and school events 🌱.

Requirements:

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
✔️ Experience teaching English at secondary school level (KS3 and KS4).
✔️ Strong knowledge of the English curriculum and ability to deliver engaging lessons that inspire students 💡.
✔️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents 🤝.
✔️ A passion for literature, language, and inspiring students to develop their skills 🧑‍🎓.
✔️ Ability to differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all students, including those with additional learning needs 🌈.
✔️ Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) 🛡️.

What Heart Teaching Can Offer You:

🌟 Competitive salary based on your qualifications and experience 💰.
🎓 Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career 🌱.
🤝 A collaborative and supportive working environment, working alongside a dedicated team of professionals 👥.
🏆 Opportunities for career progression and professional growth within a dynamic school environment 🌟.
🔐 Commitment to safeguarding, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students 🛡️.

How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic English Teacher with a passion for inspiring students and promoting their love of language and literature, we would love to hear from you! 💬 Please apply below or send your CV to careers@heartteaching.com or call 01732 494 808 01732 494 808 for more information 📞.

Important Information:

• The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

• Heart Teaching is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or belief 💫.

• You will need to provide an Enhanced DBS certificate (or apply for a new one) if you do not have one on the update service 🆔.

At Heart Teaching, we place safeguarding at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to protecting the welfare and safety of children and young people 💖. Our recruitment process involves rigorous background checks to ensure we provide a safe environment for everyone 🛡️.

Visit heartteaching.com to learn more and read our Privacy Notice 📜.

This is your chance to join a wonderful, supportive community of professionals and make a lasting difference in the lives of students. Apply today! 🌟