Key Stage 5 English Coordinator
St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2JR4 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
Additional allowances
MPS/UPS, plus TLR2a - £3,527
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential Qualifications
- 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
- Degree related subject
- QTS Status
Essential Experience
- Be an excellent teacher demonstrating enthusiasm and a commitment to education
- To have taught either A-Level Literature, A-Level Language or A-Level Media for at least 2 years.
- Have experience of building and sustaining effective relationships with colleagues
- Have experience of leading strategies with impact to improve the progress of students post 16.
- Have experience of enriching the learning opportunities of students beyond the classroom
- Have confidence and competence in using student achievement data appropriately, to support students and therefore make timely interventions that have a long-term impact
- Have the ability to hold honest, supportive and challenging conversations
- Have knowledge and experience of recent relevant pedagogical developments
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Have demonstrably high professional standards
- Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues within the English Learning Area to ensure all students within the Academy receive outstanding teaching
- Have a willingness to contribute and lead the CPD of colleagues
Essential Skills and Attributes
- Be passionate about English
- Have a willingness to make a commitment to support the success of colleagues.
- Possess a good sense of humour.
- Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values.
- Have the ability to work under pressure.
What the school offers its staff
SAFEGUARDING
St Wilfrid’s C of E Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- MPS/UPS, plus TLR2a - £3,527
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
-Cycle to Work Scheme.
-R&R available for an exceptional candidate
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy
- School type
- Academies, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1489 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy website
- Email address
- knightingale@saintwilfrids.com
An 11-18, consistently high attaining Church of England Academy in the North West.
Arranging a visit to St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email knightingale@saintwilfrids.com.
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