KS3 English Teacher

Birchensale Middle School, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 6HT

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  14 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3
• Subjects: English, Humanities
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS (approximately £32,916 - £51,048)

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Has strong subject knowledge in English and the KS3 curriculum

• Is willing to teach other KS3 Humanities subjects if required

• Delivers engaging, well-structured lessons that support progress for all learners

• Works well as part of a team and is committed to ongoing professional development

• Brings enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine passion for English

What the school offers its staff

• Hard-working and highly committed staff who share a common sense of purpose and high expectations of what students can achieve.

• A supportive school as your employer that are strongly committed to providing high quality CPD and career progression.

• Significant opportunities to work in collaboration with colleagues in this school and across the Bordesley Multi Academy Trust.

• The opportunity to work with ambitious and inspirational leaders.

• A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development.

• A staff wellbeing package, including Employee Assistance Package, Bike to work Scheme, Edenred Staff Incentive package.

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.

KS3 English Teacher

MPS/UPS dependant on experience

Start: September 2026

We are looking for a dynamic, and creative Teacher of English who can bring Key Stage 3 learning to life. If you love sparking curiosity, building confidence and helping students find their voice, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

For further information, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Christine Williams, School Operations Officer/Headteacher's PA on williamsc@birchensale.bmat.co.uk or on 01527 68430.

Closing Date: Tuesday 19th May 2026Interview Date: Friday 22nd May 2026

NOTES

Only applications submitted via the TES portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Bordesley MAT is an equal opportunities employer.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.

Bordesley MAT is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.

Birchensale Middle School is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff and volunteers to share and promote this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Birchensale Middle School

• School type: Academies, ages 9 to 13
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 535 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 9 to 13
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Birchensale Middle School website
• Email address: williamsc@birchensale.bmat.co.uk
• Phone number: 01572 68430
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/birchensale-middle-school-redditch

Birchensale Middle School, part of the Bordesley MAT, working closely with Trinity High School, Woodfeild Academy (middle school) and Holyoakes First School in a very localised MAT focusing on the development of children in Redditch. Working together as part of the three-tier system we aspire to improve the educational offer for the local community.

Birchensale Middle School is a popular 5-form entry middle school with pupils on roll aged 9-13 years. We are a happy, vibrant learning community, with high aspirations for the children in our care and the staff team that supports them.

Arranging a visit to Birchensale Middle School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email williamsc@birchensale.bmat.co.uk.

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