Teacher of English

Waverley Education Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Waverley Studio College is seeking an inspiring Teacher to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping students’ academic journeys, fostering a supportive learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about education and committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status.
• Genuine care for students and commitment to their education is required.
• A strong understanding of teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and support learning outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students.
• Engage with the school community and contribute positively.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Inspiration in learning

Drive

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Waverley Education Foundation (WEF) is a Multi Academy Trust, which operates both Waverley School and Waverley Studio College. WEF has over 1900 pupils on roll across the trust. It develops, brokers and delivers a range of services which support learning and leadership & management and improve outcomes for children and young people.

Waverley Studio College opened in September 2013 and caters for students at key stages 4 and 5. With up to 75 students in each cohort the college has provision for up to 300 students. In the GCSE and Post 16 outcomes in 2023, the Studio College achieved excellent results in line with 2019. Such has been the success of the college, it is currently full to capacity in Years 10 and 11.

Waverley Studio College specialises in Health, Creative Technology and Enterprise. We pride ourselves on our students who behave well and are committed to their learning. Our sixth form students do work experience placements every week in the local community. Our curriculum includes an enrichment programme to develop their character and skills. We have a strong staff team that are dedicated to the learning and development of all our students.

Our core values of Humanity, Equality, Aspiration and Respect support our vision to create a learning community where we work together to achieve excellence in everything we do.

In our September 2022 Ofsted inspection the college retained its ‘Good’ grading. Inspectors stated that ‘Pupils behave well in lessons and around school. They get on well together.’

The Board of Trustees are seeking to appoint a talented and inspirational Teacher who has drive and passion for teaching and learning to at Waverley Studio College.

It is a very exciting time to join Waverley Studio College and applications are invited from those who are excited by and supportive of Studio Schools and are passionate to want the best for the students in their care.

The successful candidate will need to meet the requirements of the person specification to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religion. Only applications submitted on the school application form will be accepted.

Waverley Education Foundation is committed to the protection and safety of its students.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’

We welcome informal visits to the school where tours will be undertaken by a senior member of staff.

For further details or to arrange an informal visit to see the school please call our HR team on 0121 566 6607.

Closing date: Tuesday 10 June 2025 at 10.00am

Completed applications should be sent to [e-mail] Applications received after this date and time will not be considered. Please note, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion, your application has been unsuccessful. For further enquiries please call 0121 566 6607.