Teacher of English at The Cottesloe School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/CS/90892

Location

Church Street, Wing, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, LU7 0NY

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS - UPS

Closing Date

9:00am, Fri 17th Apr, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

Week beginning 20th April 2026

Interview Date(s) Week beginning 20th April 2026

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and ambitious Teacher of English to join our successful and thriving department. This is a great time to join us and contribute to the ongoing success and growth of The Cottesloe School.

English is an exceptionally strong subject at The Cottesloe School, delivering excellent student outcomes across KS4 and KS5. The department currently offers GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature, and A Level English Language and A Level English Literature.

The successful candidate must possess the requisite knowledge and pedagogical skill to effectively across the three key stages, adding capacity and expertise to a dedicated team led by strong leadership.

We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced qualified teachers who are committed to maximising student achievement and becoming part of our supportive, high-achieving school community.

Please email Louise Baldwin (Head of School) for further information or to visit the school: lbaldwin@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk

The deadline for completed applications is 9.00am on Friday 17th April 2026, with interviews taking place the following week.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Contact Details

  Louise Baldwin (Head of School)
  01296 688264
  lbaldwin@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk

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