Temporary Teacher of English/Head of Year

Head of Year responsibility is desirable but not essential; 

without it, the post would be part-time teaching only.

Full Time/Part Time 

Paternity Cover, One term only (Autumn Term 2026)

MPS/UPS

 Start Date: 01 September 2026

The Governing Body of King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls is seeking to appoint inspirational Teacher of English to join our successful and popular school. This fixed, one term paternity cover role offers an exciting opportunity for the Autumn term.

Voted Sunday Times ‘Secondary School of the Year 2025’ and ‘State Secondary School of the Year for Academic Excellence in the West Midlands 2025’, King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls is part of the successful King Edward VI Academy Trust. Dedicated to enriching the lives of Birmingham’s children, the Trust upholds a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal growth. At the heart of Camp Hill’s ethos are its core values; respect, equality, compassion, and aspiration; defining a community where students are empowered to thrive and succeed.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding classroom practitioner with excellent subject knowledge. The successful candidate will be required to teach English up to and including Key Stage 5.

Deadline for applications: Monday 11th May at 09.00am.  Interviews are likely to take place during the week beginning 18th May 2026.

Completed applications should be addressed for the attention of: Ms K. Stevens, Headteacher.

Please get in touch - we look forward to hearing from you! 

The Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham is an educational charity supporting eleven schools and is committed to safeguarding and promoting 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 (DBS).

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

CHARITY NUMBER: 529051