Teacher of English (Maternity)

Teaching Vacancies; Northwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A North West Academy seeks a passionate Teacher of English to create inspiring learning experiences for students. Effective educators who can teach Key Stages 3 and 4, foster a love for English, and contribute to team development are encouraged to apply. The role also includes mentoring opportunities and the chance to innovate in teaching strategies.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching English preferred.
• Commitment to high standards in education.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Share best practices with the faculty.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to motivate and inspire

Organisational skills

Passion for education

Education

Experience teaching English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

Strong subject knowledge

Job description

Overview

Are you an individual who can bring creative and imaginative thinking to the classroom? Do you have a passion for English and the determination to see young people thrive? If so, Rudheath Senior Academy is the school for you!

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English to join the English and Languages Faculty from November 2025.

Responsibilities

As part of the English and Languages faculty, you will demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, a willingness to share best practice and a desire for students to love English as much as you do. The postholder will be required to teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, and will join a friendly and supportive team, with regular mentoring and development opportunities.

Key attributes

• Teaching experience, vision and ability to drive forward change.
• A passion for working with young people and offering them the breadth of opportunity and aspirations to excel.
• The ability to motivate and inspire those around you.
• A relationships-based approach to working with staff, students and parents/carers.
• Enthusiasm for educational improvement and life-long learning.
• The skill to innovate and embrace new initiatives.
• A reflective practitioner with excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in teaching English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (preferred).
• Strong subject knowledge and commitment to high standards in English education.

What the school offers its staff

North West Academies Trust believes that an aspirational and inspirational education is the right of every child. Our success is driven by a commitment to relentlessly work to improve standards and outcomes for our pupils. As specialists in providing high-quality education, we are passionate about supporting schools within their communities and helping to ensure outstanding learning opportunities for every child. As part of NWAT we believe that the best possible education can only be provided if children are happy, well-fed and well-cared for. We understand that children learn best through experiences and that skills should be learned through fun, excitement and challenges. Residentials, swimming, inter-school sports and special days out take pride of place on all of the Trust school calendars.

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enrolment to the Medicash Proactive Health Plan to help with costs of everyday healthcare.
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Accredited counsellor to offer wellbeing support for all staff.
• Positive recognition culture.
• Bespoke professional development opportunities.
• Open door policy for communication across the Trust.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of NWAT.

Commitment to safeguarding

Rudheath Senior Academy is committed to providing a secure environment for pupils where children feel safe and are kept safe. As a school we recognise that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. North West Academies Trust is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. An enhanced disclosure from the DBS is required.