English Literature Tutor

ABOUT BOSWORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
Established in 1977 as a small tutorial college, today Bosworth is a leading independent school in the UK catering for boarding and day students from Year 7 upwards. Bosworth is a relatively small school of approximately 200 students, the majority of whom are boarders from overseas, though the school has a small cohort of day students who benefit from being at a school that is proudly international in character. We pride ourselves on the individualised support we give to our students across all Key Stages. Staff know students well, care deeply, and are committed to doing their utmost to ensure every student thrives and attains their very best. Our high-quality teaching, excellent academic results, established university links, and caring and supportive environment are just some of the stand-out features of the school, as well as our diverse student body and central location in Northampton, at the crossroads of the United Kingdom. We pride ourselves on being a non-selective school with a proven track record of getting students great outcomes and putting them on a trajectory to success.

English Literature Tutor Seasonal, fixed-term
We are seeking an exceptional English Literature Tutor to support high-achieving A Level students and those preparing for competitive university admissions, including Oxbridge and other Russell Group institutions. The successful candidate will have a demonstrable love of literature, a strong academic pedigree, and the ability to stretch and challenge able learners. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about the subject and who to guide students through both the A Level curriculum and the demands of top-tier university applications.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver outstanding one-to-one or small-group A Level English Literature tuition, tailored to individual exam boards (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
Teach students how to engage critically and creatively with a wide range of literary texts genres, and critical theories.
Provide expert coaching in literary analysis, comparative essays, and structured argumentation.
Support students applying to top universities, particularly Oxbridge, with:
Personal statement development
English Literature Admissions Test (ELAT) preparation
Sample essay guidance
Inspire intellectual curiosity and build confidence through thought-provoking discussion and challenging material. Monitor student progress, provide regular
feedback, and adapt teaching strategies as needed

Person Specification

Essential
Qualifications:
A first or high 2:1 degree in English Literature from a top-tier university.

Experience:
A demonstrable and infectious passion for literature and literary scholarship.
In-depth knowledge of the A Level English Literature curriculum and its assessment objectives.
Previous experience in tutoring or teaching A Level students, with proven success.

Skills and Competencies
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Personal Qualities:
Organised, reliable, and responsive, with a student-centred approach.

Desirable
Qualifications:
A postgraduate qualification in English Literature or a related field.
A formal teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS), though not essential

Skills and Competencies
Familiarity with the Oxbridge admissions process and experience supporting students through it.
Familiarity with the ELAT and recent trends in Oxbridge admissions interviews.

Personal Qualities:
Ability to work with high-achieving students and encourage academic ambition.

ABOUT CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers.
With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China.

Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities.

We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. Building on our core values Pioneering, Persevering, People We pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers and focus groups to make CATS Global Schools and employer of choice for all.

SAFEGUARDING
CGS is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.

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