TEACHER OF ENGLISH

Contract Type:                                      Full Time or Part Time / Maternity Cover   

Required for:                                         September 2026 

Closing Date for Applications:   9am, Monday 18th May 2026                    

Wallingford School is an oversubscribed, successful 11-18 school with enthusiastic students, supportive staff and excellent facilities. We are among the most successful schools in the country for progress in English and Maths. In 2025, 81% of our students achieved at least a Grade 4 in English and Maths at GCSE; 63% achieved at least a Grade 5 in English and Maths and 29% achieved 5 or more Grade 7s or above. Vocational grades were similarly impressive: 91% of entries gained at least a Level 2 Pass and 31% were at least a Level 2 Distinction. At A Level 31% of entries were A*-A and 61% of entries were A*-B. 83% of KS5 Vocational entries gained at least a Merit and 57% were a Distinction or Distinction*.  

This is a very happy and supportive environment with great relationships throughout the school. We place an especially high value on the development of colleagues and have an extensive professional development programme. There are many opportunities for teachers to work collaboratively across the school. The successful applicant should expect to be very well supported in their professional development. 

English is taught by an enthusiastic and highly committed team of teachers. The department is vibrant and full of personality with an emphasis on team-work and mutual support, which enables members to develop their practice and adapt to the challenges of a developing curriculum. Our English team has a robust record of success at all key stages.  In GCSE English Language in 2025 81% of students achieved 4+, 68% 5+ and 25% 7+. In GCSE English Literature 84% of students achieved 4+, 72% 5+ and 26% 7+. In English Literature at KS5 62% achieved A*-B and 15% achieved A*-A.  

This is an exciting opportunity to join a talented and dedicated department. The role is suitable for experienced and recently qualified teachers. 

Wallingford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  All successful candidates will be subject to the usual child protection vetting processes along with other relevant employment checks. 

Further information and an application form can be found on our school website at www.wallingfordschool.com or e-mail/telephone us at:

 recruit@wallingfordschool.com / 01491 829802