English Teacher - Poole High School

Dorset Council; Poole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Poole is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to join its high-performing team. The role includes developing teaching resources, planning lessons, and running after-school clubs. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to student welfare and possess a collaborative spirit. This position offers professional development opportunities and a chance to make a significant impact on student achievement.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Automatic membership of Teachers Pension Scheme

Local discounts on services

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to safeguarding children.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of curriculum resources.
• Plan and prepare lessons.
• Run after-school clubs.

Job description

Overview

We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic English Teacher to join our high-performing, forward thinking and cohesive department. We teach a rigorous academic curriculum with a clear focus on supporting all students achieve positive outcomes. You will work with the Director of English, and the wider school team to continually drive attainment and standards across the department.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the development of resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in an identified curriculum area
• To contribute to the school development plan and its implementation
• To plan and prepare and lessons
• To contribute to the whole school’s planning activities
• To run after school clubs
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies

How to discuss the post

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Nikki Steele, HR Officer on 01202 662015 or email us at [email protected]

How to apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [email protected]

Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

The closing date for applications is Thursday 9 October 2025 at 9am. We reserve the right to interview exceptional applications prior to the closing date and therefore interested colleagues are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interview date to be confirmed.

Further Information

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy.

We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

About Us

• An opportunity to work with wonderful children and their families as well as exceptional colleagues
• An exceptional CPD offer from ECT through to preparation for senior and system leadership
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast
• Automatic membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking