Teacher of English

Wickersley School and Sports College; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher of English to inspire young minds and foster a love for literature. This role involves planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and setting learning targets. With a commitment to nurturing talent and supporting professional development, the school provides a vibrant environment for educators to thrive. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in a reputable school, this is the perfect opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on student success and educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an effective and creative approach to teaching.
• Passion for English and commitment to student development.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing engaging courses and lessons.
• Assessing and reporting on pupils' development and progress.

Skills

Teaching English

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Job Title - Teacher of English

Salary - MPS/UPS

Hours - Full Time

Contract Type - Permanent

Positions - 1

Location - Wickersley School and Sports College

To commence - September 2025

Who we are

We’re Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT) - a multi-academy trust with eight primary schools, five secondary schools, one sixth form, and one Central Team.

We are based across Rotherham, South Yorkshire, with one school located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire.

At WPT, students are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to prepare all children for an ever-changing world, enabling them to play their full part in society. To achieve this, we believe in investing in and supporting our colleagues.

Join Our Team as a Teacher of English!

Are you passionate about language and inspiring young minds? Do you excel at making literature engaging and fostering a love for English? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities Include:

1. Planning and preparing engaging courses and lessons.
2. Teaching students according to their educational needs, including setting and marking work both in school and elsewhere.
3. Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupils' development, progress, and attainment in line with school policy.
4. Setting, with students and where possible with parents, short-term learning targets that consider prior attainment.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

If you are eager to inspire the next generation and make a meaningful impact in a reputable school, we would love to hear from you.

Application Deadline: Noon, Friday 16th May 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org

For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working with us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org

We may conduct interviews as applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage early applications.

To succeed in your application, you should demonstrate an effective and creative approach to teaching, a passion for your subject, and a commitment to supporting departmental development.

In line with our safeguarding policies, the appointment is subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. More information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service.

Please note, we operate safer recruitment practices and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete a full application form.

Applicants should upload a supporting statement (not a CV), no longer than two sides of A4, addressing:

• Why you are applying for this position
• How you meet the role’s competencies, with examples from your experience
• Any additional relevant information