Teacher of English

We warmly welcome applications from experienced teachers and ECTs. We offer a highly regarded and comprehensive training programme for ECTs. This is a full-time, permanent position, MPS/UPS, to commence September 2026.

Blessed George Napier is a popular, over-subscribed, Catholic School in Banbury with an excellent reputation for both academic achievement along with student and staff welfare.

“Pupils are keen to be part of this thoughtful and inclusive school… enjoying learning and showing kindness are part of everyday life… Pupils talk positively about the support provided for their physical and mental well-being… and study and ambitious curriculum.”

OFSTED, November 2022

With the growth of our school, we are excited to be recruiting for this new position within our English team.  We are seeking a unique and talented individual to teach in our highly successful English Department. Committed to achieving the best outcomes for our students, you must be able to demonstrate a passion for the subject, have the ability to engage and inspire students through example and to foster a love of English.

The successful applicant should have experience teaching English across Key Stage 3 and 4.  There is also the possibility of teaching English Literature or Language at Key Stage 5 for the right candidate.

At the heart of our community are the values of Compassion, Respect, Truth, Service and Forgiveness. These values shape our relationships, our teaching, and our commitment to the formation of the whole person.

 Our people are at the heart of our success and in return we can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work with an outstanding and supportive team

• Excellent CPD opportunities

• Entry into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme

• Genuine commitment to employee health and wellbeing, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to education staff discount schemes

• The opportunity to support the wider school life such as trips abroad, drama performances, our student and staff choir and after school sporting activities 

All applicants must be able to demonstrate an empathy for, and understanding of, the Catholic Christian ethos of the school.

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, part of The Pope Francis Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present photographic ID and or their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes. 

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

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

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.