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Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 32,916 - 51,047 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wisbech

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Teacher of English (Full-Time, Permanent)

Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £32,916 – £51,047 (Actual)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: 12th April 2026
Interview Date: w/c 24th April 2026
Positions Available: 1
Suitable for ECTs

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a new and rapidly developing 11–16 secondary school currently in the early stages of growth. With only Years 7 and 8 on roll, the school is building the foundations of an academically ambitious, high‑performing environment that will expand year-on-year.

This is a rare opportunity to join a school at the beginning of its journey, helping to shape its culture, academic identity, and long‑term vision. You will be joining at the perfect time to make a significant and lasting impact on pupils and the English department as it grows.

The Role: Teacher of English

The school is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and reflective Teacher of English who is passionate about high‑quality, knowledge‑rich English teaching. You will play a key role in delivering a rigorous curriculum that promotes strong literacy, analytical thinking, and cultural understanding.

As part of the role, you will also teach an integrated Year 7 transition curriculum focused on literacy development, PSHE, Citizenship, and building students’ cultural awareness.

What You Will Do

Deliver high‑quality English lessons that develop strong reading, writing, vocabulary, and literary knowledge
Teach an integrated Year 7 transition curriculum designed to strengthen literacy and support wider personal development
Combine academic rigour with effective adaptive teaching to ensure all pupils can succeed
Work closely with the SEND team to implement appropriate strategies and classroom adaptations
Contribute to the ongoing development of a coherent, knowledge‑rich English curriculum
Use robust assessment to inform teaching and support strong progress
Help shape the early culture, expectations, and identity of the English department
Support enrichment activities (e.g., debate clubs, creative writing, book clubs, theatre visits)
Work collaboratively with colleagues and model professionalism

What We’re Looking For

A passionate English specialist with excellent subject knowledge
Understanding of disciplinary English knowledge (e.g., literary analysis, critical reading, rhetoric)
A reflective, research‑informed practitioner
High expectations for pupil behaviour, effort, and scholarly engagement
Commitment to professional growth and to building an emerging department
Enthusiasm for contributing to a new school environment built on academic rigour and intellectual curiosity

Why This Role Is Exciting

Shape an English curriculum and department in a new and expanding school
Teach within a research‑informed, high‑expectations environment
Contribute directly to establishing an academic culture from the ground up

Benefits Offered by the Trust

Employees within the Trust receive a comprehensive package, including:

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
One wellbeing day per year
Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover and ill‑health protection
Retail and lifestyle discounts across major brands and local businesses
Complimentary breakfast and lunch when working onsite
Payment of role-required professional memberships
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Healthcare cash plan and access to an online GP
Cycle to Work scheme
Extensive training and development opportunities
A supportive, collaborative working culture with high ambitions

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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