Teacher of English

OUR LADY AND ST CHAD CATHOLIC SPORTS COLLEGE; Walsall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic Academy in Walsall is seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of English. The role involves teaching from KS3 to KS5 and offers opportunities for career development within a dedicated English team. The successful candidate will help raise the profile of English and enhance students' learning experiences. Interested applicants should contact to request an application pack and apply by 28th November 2025.

Qualifications

• Highly skilled and enthusiastic teacher of English.
• Ability to teach English from KS3 to KS5.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Join and contribute to a dedicated English team.
• Drive forward achievement for 21st century learners.
• Enhance students' studies with educational visits.

Job description

Required from January or April 2026.

Our Lady and St Chad Catholic Academy are looking for a highly skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our English team.

The English Department are a dedicated, aspirational and forward-thinking team of nine teachers. English is taught in a suite of newly refurbished rooms, all with interactive whiteboards and access to laptops. English is a successful, vibrant subject which maintains good results at KS4 and KS5. A Level English Literature is a popular choice, and students' studies at all levels are enhanced by educational visits, which have recently included the RSC and Shakespeare's birthplace.

This post is suitable for applicants seeking an opportunity to develop their career and raise the profile of English at Our Lady and St Chad Catholic Academy, driving forward achievement for 21st century learners. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach English from KS3 to KS5.

The Academy is part of St Francis and St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Trust, providing quality education for children aged 3-18, and is a lead provider for the Initial Teacher Training Programme with Ambition Institute.

For more information, and to request an application pack, please contact Paul Hunt at Hays Education on

T: 07921583731

E: [e-mail]

Closing Date: 28th November 2025 at 12 noon

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.