Teacher of English - The John Frost School

Educators Wales; Newport; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Newport is seeking an imaginative and enthusiastic Teacher of English to maximize student achievement. The candidate must be passionate about English with a commitment to high teaching standards and student well-being. The role offers a supportive environment, leadership development opportunities, and a focus on comprehensive professional learning. The successful applicant will recognize the importance of fostering lifelong learning in students while maintaining a positive classroom experience.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Professional learning opportunities

Positive and stimulating learning environment

Well-resourced department

Qualifications

• Passionate about English, prioritizing student needs.
• Recognizes opportunities and challenges in education.
• Able to promote partnerships and collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Maximize student achievement across all year groups.
• Create a positive learning environment that values contributions.

Skills

Dynamic, inspirational and enthusiastic

High expectations in the classroom

Commitment to learning and high-quality teaching

Passion for the subject

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Reflective and adaptable in facing challenges

Collaborative working

Role model for students

Job description

Teacher of English - The John Frost School

Salary: M2-UPS3 (£33,731 - £51,942 ) Pro Rata.

Teacher of English - The John Frost School
Job information
Post No. EST0061.3 - Teacher of English The John Frost School

The Governing Body of The John Frost School are looking to appoint an imaginative and enthusiastic Teacher of English whose excellent practice maximises student achievement across all year groups.

The successful candidate will be passionate about English and must want the very best for our students, being prepared to put their needs first. You will recognise the importance of educating the whole child enthusing them to become lifelong learners who realise their potential. In return, we offer a positive working environment, with supportive colleagues and regular opportunities for professional learning.

The successful candidate will be:

• Dynamic, inspirational and enthusiastic practitioner with high expectations in the classroom.
• Fully committed to learning, high-quality teaching and raising standards of all students.
• Passionate about your subject, being able to inspire and motivate students.
• Committed to ensuring all students realise their potential.
• Able to recognise opportunities and face challenges, whilst maintaining your sense of humour and care for young people.
• Capable of promoting partnerships and collaborative working.
• A role model for our students.

We Can Offer You:

• A good school and a highly supportive Leadership Team
• An opportunity to develop your leadership skills.
• A well-resourced, hard-working and supportive department.
• Excellent care and support for all staff.
• Comprehensive induction and on-going opportunities for professional learning.
• A positive and stimulating learning environment that values the contribution of all staff.

Closing date for completed applications: Tuesday 10th February 2026

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We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

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