Teacher of English at St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SJPCSC/62734

Location

Patching Hall Lane, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 4BS

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £45,352.00

Closing Date

11:59pm, 22nd Jan 2026

Start Date

April/September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

Tbc

Interview Date(s) Tbc

About this Role

REQUIRED FOR APRIL /SEPTEMBER 2026

TEACHER OF ENGLISH

TMS

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified English teacher, either an ambitious ECT or experienced teacher. The successful candidate will join a thriving department within a school that enjoys a long-standing record of academic success and high-quality pastoral care, founded upon the Gospel values that underpin our support of young people to become the best versions of themselves.

Our English department is a well-established collegial team of expert teachers highly dedicated to serving our school community and enhancing students’ life chances.

Our most recent Ofsted report notes that, ‘Pupils are taught in a caring and supportive environment. Pupils and staff describe it as being part of a community and some a ‘big family’. Pupils are safe, well cared for and valued. Pupils know that staff are there for them.’

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and fitness to work questionnaire.

To apply follow the link from the 'Vacancies' section of our website www.sjp.essex.sch.uk.

Closing Date: 22nd January 2026 – Midnight

Interviews: TBC

The school reserves the right to interview in advance of the closing date.