English Teacher (Full Time)

St Mary's Catholic School, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2NQ

28 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  23 April 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  26 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (Actual) ECT/MPS/UPS (Fringe) (£34,398 - £52,490)

English Teacher (Full Time) job summary

English Teacher (Full Time)

ECT/MPS/UPS (Fringe) (£34,398 - £52,490)

Required from September 2026

We seek applications from those of the Catholic faith, all faiths and of no faith but who are supportive of our Christian values and ethos.

St Mary’s Catholic School is seeking a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic full time Teacher of English to join our vibrant and highly motivated English Department. As our recent OFSTED inspection (November 2024) highlights:

“The quality of education pupils receive is exceptional…”

“The culture of positive behaviour at St Mary’s is remarkable…”

“St Mary’s is a very special community to be a part of.”

We are looking for an English teacher who:

Is committed to inspiring a love of language and literature.

Brings enthusiasm, creativity, and high expectations to the classroom.

Values working collaboratively within a friendly, forward-thinking department.

Is determined to ensure every student thrives and achieves their full potential.

This role is suitable for experienced teachers or ECTs, and you will be fully supported by our committed team and excellent CPD opportunities.

What we can offer:

A thriving and supportive English department.

Enthusiastic, respectful, and motivated students.

A school community built on strong relationships and shared values.

Exceptional behaviour standards that allow teachers to focus on high-quality teaching.

Outstanding leadership, pastoral care, and professional development.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for all successful applicants. St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, therefore an early application is advisable.

Apply in writing via MyNewTerm (preferred route) or by using the forms available on our website www.stmarys.net: Teacher Application Form, Consent to Obtain References Form, Rehabilitation of Offenders Form & Recruitment Monitoring Form. Applicants are reminded that they should read the Notes to Applicants before completing an application. Please note only applications on St Mary’s forms will be accepted. Please contact Deirdre McHugh, Headteacher Recruitment@stmarys.net to submit an application or for more information.

Interviews: St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, and close the application deadline early, therefore an early application is advisable.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Mary’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Miss Deirdre McHugh, Headteacher

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Mary's Catholic School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1121 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Mary's Catholic School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-mary-s-catholic-school-bishop-s-stortford

St. Mary’s has a strong tradition of providing an authentic education which aims to deliver excellence for every member of our Catholic community. Our three core values of 'Love, Respect, Flourish' permeate through all aspects of our work.

Our school is built upon an ambitious mission for each and every young person:

To fulfil academic potential
To be fully developed in the personal, social and spiritual areas of life
To achieve excellence in every area of life
To be underpinned by Gospel Values, enabling each person to value individuals and contribute positively to society.

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