Teacher of English - Maternity coverEDV/2025/CNSAOA/71266

Ormiston Academies Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking a dedicated English teacher for a maternity cover at The City of Norwich School. This role is ideal for an innovative and passionate educator committed to fostering student success within a collaborative environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and involvement in the school's community, ranked highly for student achievements.

Benefits

Extensive professional development

Flexible benefits

Supportive community

Qualifications

• Reflective and conscientious educator required.
• Passion for inspiring students essential.
• Ambition for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic faculty on a maternity cover basis.
• Emphasize teamwork and support in the English faculty.
• Engage students in English, Film, and Media Studies.

Skills

Passion for English

Innovative teaching

Conscientiousness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

About This Role

We are seeking a committed English teacher to join our dynamic faculty on a maternity cover basis. The ideal candidate should have a passion for English, be innovative in teaching, and ambitious for student success and professional growth.

This position is suitable for a reflective and conscientious educator to join a large, inclusive school that values professional development and excellence in teaching and learning.

The English faculty comprises 16 members with diverse experience levels, emphasizing teamwork and support. English, Film, and Media Studies are popular subjects, with excellent results, ranking in the top 25% nationally. Opportunities include sixth form teaching and leading or participating in trips and visits within the faculty.

The City of Norwich School – An Ormiston Academy

Our school’s ethos centers on supporting the development of the whole individual within a diverse, supportive community. Established in 1910, CNS is a well-respected secondary school and sixth form, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED, with high expectations for staff and students.

We offer a broad curriculum with specialist teachers and strong support for students with additional needs. Our KS5 curriculum prepares students for their next steps with deep subject knowledge beyond exams.

Our collaborative culture is praised by staff, and students are proud to be part of CNS. We were named EDP Secondary School of the Year 2023 and ranked highest among Norfolk secondary schools in the 2024 Time Parent Power tables.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

Our vision is to ensure every child thrives, regardless of background. We prioritize our staff as our greatest asset, providing meaningful roles and professional growth opportunities.

At Ormiston, staff enjoy:

• The chance to build on a longstanding legacy focused on enabling children to thrive
• Working for a nationally recognized Trust impacting disadvantaged children
• Being part of a supportive community with extensive professional development and flexible benefits

Staff wellbeing and development at CNS

We invest in our staff through high-quality training, career progression, and a focus on wellbeing. For insights, see our staff case studies at: https://cns-school.org/case-studies.

If you are passionate about inspiring young people and developing your career in a thriving school, we encourage you to apply promptly.

For further information, contact the HR team at: [e-mail].

The City of Norwich School – An Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We promote diversity and equality of opportunity. Flexible working options are considered.

All appointments are subject to checks including identity, right to work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition, references, and an enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Details on disclosure requirements are available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.