Teacher of English

Teacher Of English

Contract Term:    Part Time (0.6fte), Permanent
Start date:        September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and highly effective Teacher of English who is passionate about inspiring young people and securing excellent outcomes across the full age and ability range.

The successful candidate will join a well-established, well-resourced and highly collaborative department, which delivers English at KS3, and English Language and English Literature at GCSE and A Level. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, contributing to a well-sequenced curriculum and supporting strong outcomes for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners. We are looking for someone with strong subject knowledge, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and a desire to continually develop their practice.  We offer an excellent opportunity to receive support through the school’s comprehensive ECT and CPD programme.

At Caldew School, we are proud of our improving outcomes and positive academic record. We are committed to building on this success through a relentless focus on high expectations, curriculum coherence and adaptive teaching. As a Teacher of English, you will contribute to this work, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards in your classroom.

See our website for further details.  Applications should be made via TES:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Please see our website or contact us for an application form on (01228) 710044. Applications by CV will not be accepted.

Closing date:        Wednesday 3rd June
Interview date:    w/c 8th June    

This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high
quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.   The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.  Our safeguarding policy can be found at https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-other-key-documents/

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

Note:  References may be sought on receipt of applications