TEACHER OF ENGLISH

Required from September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English to inspire, motivate and challenge our wonderful pupils.

Our school is on an exciting journey. We are over-subscribed and expanding, with over 40% of pupils coming from beyond the designated catchment area.

Salary: As per Pay Policy depending on candidates starting point on the pay scale (M1-UPS)

The Weaverham English Department is a successful, passionate and vibrant place to work. Students learning and experiences are prioritised and set texts and topics are chosen to offer variety, different perspectives and cultural capital to ensure students are leaving Weaverham with a rich literary foundation and understanding of the world. We are strong, dedicated and enthusiastic and require a candidate with the same ethos to continue our journey towards excellence.

Resources:

9 English teaching rooms

Digital Projector or Interactive White Board in all rooms

iPads and Chromebooks are available for each English teaching room

Visualisers in every classroom

Excellent library and access to the school’s ICT suites

About the department:

Pupils are taught English Literature and Language as a combined offer throughout Key stage 3. Pupils currently have 7 x 1 hour lessons over the two week timetable cycle which includes a fortnightly Literacy focus and access to our exceptionally well stocked library. Student engage enthusiastically with our full subscription to Accelerated Reader which is integral to our reading offer. Our library boasts an extensive collection of texts, invaluable extra-curricular opportunities and is run by enthusiastic staff: one of whom is a published children’s author. Reward and praise sit at the forefront of our reading offer, ensuring students are enthusiastic and driven to read.

In Key Stage 4, all pupils study the WJEC Eduqas English Language and English Literature specifications. Pupils in Key Stage 4 have 9 lessons of English every two weeks. We currently have subscriptions to Google Classroom and GCSE Pod and continue to develop and utilise digital learning with clear appreciation for how this can empower learning beyond the classroom at all key stages. Intervention in the department is far-reaching to ensure all students have access to the equitable provision they deserve in order to succeed. These are run by passionate English teachers and specialist LSAs and have measurable impact on the confidence, relationships and outcomes of our students.

Every pupil, from Years 7 – 11, is taught English simultaneously and all year groups are taught in mixed ability groups. Schemes of work and teaching resources are robust across key stage 3 and 4 to ensure continuity across the department and to ensure teachers are able to focus on adapting this content to the individual needs of our unique learners.  

We prioritise the development of all those who work within the department including championing our staff. Departmental training and CPD is regularly offered with a clear focus on developing pedagogical and subject knowledge with the aim of inspiring aspiring teachers and leaders and supporting career growth.

Extra-curricular opportunities:

In addition to the formal curriculum we undertake a number of other activities:

·         Regular theatre visits and visiting theatre groups

·         Visiting authors – with whom we have organised reading and writing workshops

·         Regular magazine writing activities

·         Participation in national writing competitions

·         Participation in national reading competitions – Regional Champions and National Finalists!

·         We are always eager to extend this offer to ensure students are given as many opportunities and experiences to grow their cultural capital and enjoyment of their time in the English Department

Applications

This post would be suited to either a newly qualified teacher or someone with greater experience looking for a fresh challenge.  You will be expected to work hard but join a thriving and dynamic department.