17 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    10 May 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    23 April 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

English

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

Teachers Main Scale (MPS/UPS) plus TLR 2b (£5,875pa)

Additional allowances

Teachers Main Scale (MPS/UPS) plus TLR 2b (£5,875pa)

KS3 Coordinator for English job summary

Details

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced KS3 Coordinator in English to join our dynamic team and contribute to the continuous improvement of our English curriculum. As the KS3 Coordinator in English, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the English curriculum for Key Stage 3. You will work closely with the Head of English and other team members to ensure high standards of teaching and learning are maintained. This role is perfect for a passionate educator who is eager to make a positive impact on students' educational experiences and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, development, and implementation of the KS3 English curriculum.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning strategies within KS3 English.
  • Support and mentor KS3 English teachers, promoting best practices and continuous professional development.
  • Analyse student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a smooth transition for students moving from KS2 to KS3 and from KS3 to KS4.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of whole school policies and initiatives.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and achievement.

For more information please see the attached Applicant Information Pack

We offer our staff an excellent induction programme within a friendly and supportive environment, and are committed to providing high quality professional development. This enables continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

The Appleton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Compass Education Trust is currently engaged in discussions which are expected to result in the transfer of all schools to Harris Federation with effect from 1 September 2026 (the "Proposed Transfer"). Any employment commencing from 1 September 2026 will not be directly impacted under TUPE, but if the proposed transfer proceeds, it is anticipated that your employment will commence with Harris Federation rather than Compass Education Trust. Further details will be discussed with you at the interview stage.

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

The Appleton School 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

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About The Appleton School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 19
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1561 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 19
Ofsted report
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About The Appleton School:

At The Appleton School, we value the inclusive history of the school, which stretches back to the establishment of the first comprehensive schools in Britain in the 1960s. This still provides an inspiration for us and sits alongside our absolute commitment to provide the best for our community in the 21st century.

The Appleton School is a mixed comprehensive school for students aged 11-18 and is a supportive community with strong values in which every student matters. The Appleton School, recognised as a Good school by Ofsted, delivers an ambitious, inclusive and broad & balanced curriculum, enhanced by extra-curricular activities to help broaden learning experiences. In 2023 our students achieved well above the national average for attainment at GCSE 9-4 and 9-5 grades with English and Maths.

We offer our staff an excellent induction programme within a friendly and supportive environment, and are committed to providing high quality professional development. This enables continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

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