Teacher of English - Dorchester Middle School

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a Teacher of English for a 0.6 FTE permanent position starting in January 2026. The ideal candidate must have qualified teaching status, be hardworking, and possess excellent subject knowledge. This role focuses on inspiring students to engage with their English learning. Interested applicants can find further details on the council's job portal, with applications accepted until 5 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Qualified teaching status is required.
• Hardworking and enthusiastic attitude is necessary.
• Excellent subject knowledge in English is needed.
• Motivation and interest in inspiring pupils to learn.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and inspire pupils to love learning.
• Prepare and deliver engaging English lessons according to the curriculum.

Job description

Overview

Teacher of English

0.6FTE

Permanent

Start Date: January 2026

Pay Range: Main Scale

We Are Looking For

• A person with qualified teaching status.
• A person who is hardworking and enthusiastic.
• A person with excellent subject knowledge.
• A motivated individual with a keen interest in encouraging and inspiring pupils to love learning and excel in their subject area of English.

The post will be for 0.6FTE and the detail of this will be discussed at interview.

Dorchester Middle School is a member of the Wessex Multi-Academy Trust of local First, Middle and Upper schools who share resources, planning and expertise in order to enhance continuity across all stages of the children’s education.

Applications can be made or downloaded via https://jobs.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/. Individual CVs will not be accepted. You can also find further details about the school and its facilities via the school website.

Closing date: 5 October 2025

Interviews: TBC