Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

We are seeking an inspirational teacher committed to high academic standards who can communicate to young people an enthusiasm for English. We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified English teacher to join a dynamic and supportive department. The post is permanent, full-time or part time and would be suitable for either an ECT or an experienced teacher. The successful candidate would be expected to have a passion for learning and teaching, together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students to achieve the very best they can and is dedicated to their own professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Multi Academy Trust which has a fantastic team of teachers who are dedicated to supporting pupils to make great progress as well as working as a tightly knit team. The Trust puts a very high priority on meeting the professional development needs of its staff to enable them to progress within the Trust. Our department’s aim is to nurture each individual student, introducing them to the greatest literature, poetry and more, and building their knowledge and confidence. We want our young people to become well-read, reflective readers and effective communicators, developing the cultural capital needed for a richer life. We also have a track record of great exam success too! English is a high-profile subject at Wootton, and our team delights in the variety our subject offers and the opportunities it affords to explore ideas, emotions and language in a creative context. We are fortunate to mentor trainees within the department and are proud that many permanent members of staff applied for their positions following a successful training placement. We enjoy positive relationships with our students who are responsive and enthusiastic in their learning within the department. When students arrive in Wootton, we work to encourage exploration of English as a valuable subject in its own right, and also to prepare them for the transition to GCSE study and beyond. We also benefit from teaching the subject at a school that has put reading at the heart of everything, and the supporting processes in place to help every student become a fluent, confident and effective reader. We run extra-curricular activities in the form of theatre trips, public speaking and debating competitions, whilst also providing individual support to pupils who need extra help to achieve their potential. Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026. Please apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive applications from outstanding candidates. Applicants must complete the Trust’s application form via My New Term- we cannot accept CVs. When applying, please complete all sections of the application form and ensure that you do not leave any gaps in your qualification/work history and that you give details of any periods not accounted for by full time employment, education or training. Forms with missing sections and/or gaps may not be considered. Our vacancies are advertised on the MyNewTerm platform. To apply for these please click the vacancies button, or scroll down further to see our live jobs. Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Wootton Academy Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment. A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES - We prefer to hire people directly. We’ll be in touch if we need you!