We are looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of English for a Maternity Cover. A successful candidate would be able to teach English at KS3 and English Literature and English Language at KS4.

The English department at Rushcliffe Spencer Academy is a large, dynamic and high-achieving faculty. We offer a robust and exciting curriculum emphasising core literacy, analytical and creative writing, and a strong culture of reading. At KS4, we offer GCSEs in AQA English Language, English Literature and AQA Media Studies. We also currently offer A-Levels in AQA English Literature, English Language, English Literature and Language, and AQA Media Studies.

The ideal candidate would be able to operate within a dynamic and forward-thinking team who are focused on developing exciting and engaging learning experiences for students across the 11-18 age range.  You must have a passion for teaching English, together with the knowledge and skills to inspire and motivate our students. 

Applications are welcomed from teachers at all career stages, and if you require any further information, please contact Chloe Allen (Head of Faculty) on CAllen@rushcliffespencer.org.uk

Rushcliffe Spencer Academy is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive school located in West Bridgford, Nottingham. Rushcliffe has been judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted and, in 2021, was reaccredited as a World Class School for the second time. We offer a range of comprehensive benefits such as Health Assured, Cycle Scheme, Eye Tests for DSE users, Employee Assistance Programmes, Wellbeing support, Childcare vouchers, and Tech Scheme.  We support each other to shine brightly. 

If you would like to visit our Academy, please contact hr@rushcliffespencer.org.uk  to make arrangements.

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date. 

Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. Therefore, we expect everyone to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre- employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the completion of Level 2 Safeguarding training. It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (where the role involves this type of regulated activity).

The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders within the Trust community are treated fairly, and with dignity and respect regardless of Protected Characteristics.

Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer.