Teacher of English

Thomas Deacon Education Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational trust in Peterborough is seeking a Teacher of English to support student development and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues and creating purposeful learning environments. The ideal candidate should have Qualified Teacher Status and be passionate about empowering students. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive network. Join a school community dedicated to transforming lives through education.

Benefits

High-quality professional development

Trust-wide collaboration opportunities

Clear pathways for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Ability to collaborate and create high-quality learning experiences.
• Strong communication skills to engage with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Support personal development as a form tutor.
• Contribute to enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Student engagement

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Teacher of English

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: MPS/UPS

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date: 9am on Friday 6th February

Start date: ASAP

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.

Your role

Queen Katharine Academy is seeking an exceptional Teacher of English to join us at a pivotal moment in our development. Under new leadership, the Academy has begun a powerful transformation. Classrooms are purposeful, and a culture of high expectation is apparent throughout our curriculum. High standards exemplify our engagement with teaching and learning, students are increasingly ready to learn, and staff are supported to thrive.

This is an opportunity to join a school in motion and to be part of something meaningful.

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You will:

• Teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities for growth and development
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan high-quality learning experiences
• Create purposeful, calm classrooms where learning thrives
• Support students’ academic and personal development as a form tutor
• Contribute to enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities
• Engage with parents and external agencies to support progress

This is a role where Respect, Ambition, and Responsibility are not abstract ideals but lived expectations. You will help shape confident communicators who believe in their own potential.

About us

At Queen Katharine Academy, our values of Ambition, Responsibility, and Respect, inspired by our namesake Katharine of Aragon, guide everything we do. We are committed to delivering a world-class education that empowers students to shape their futures with confidence and purpose.

As part of the forward-thinking Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we benefit from shared expertise, outstanding professional development, and a supportive network of schools. You will be joining an Academy that is building on strong foundations to create a culture where staff are empowered, valued, and encouraged to grow.

You will work within a vibrant, diverse community where relationships with students, families, and colleagues sit at the heart of success. With excellent facilities, high-quality CPD, and a culture rooted in fairness, kindness, and high expectations, this is more than a post. It is a chance to be part of a school that is becoming exceptional.

Why work for us

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a team committed to “working together to transform lives through education.”

• High-quality, ongoing professional development at every stage of your career
• Trust-wide collaboration and subject networks
• Clear pathways for progression and leadership
• An induction programme rated highly by 95% of new employees
• A culture that values wellbeing, growth, and professional respect
• In our 2025 staff survey, 91% of colleagues said they are proud to work for TDET.

If you are ready to inspire, challenge, and make a lasting difference in a school on a journey to excellence, we would love to hear from you.

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at [e-mail]