Second in English

The Blue Coat School Basingstoke, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6HA

27 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  4 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPR/UPR TLR2b
• Additional allowances:

  MPR/UPR TLR2b

Second in English job summary

Second in English

Are you an ambitious and talented English teacher looking to take the next step in your leadership journey?

The Blue Coat School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Second in English to join our thriving and successful English department. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional classroom practitioner to play a key role in supporting the continued development of English while working alongside a dedicated team committed to achieving the very best outcomes for all students.

Our English department is well-resourced and highly regarded within the school. Teachers work collaboratively to deliver an engaging and ambitious curriculum, sharing expertise and embracing professional development opportunities. The department is at the forefront of leading CPD across the school and has a strong culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. We are seeking an inspirational teacher to join our strong collaborative team of experienced teachers in delivering English across both key stages. As Second, you would take responsibility for specific areas as agreed with the head of department, alongside supporting and mentoring developing members of the team. We are looking for an ambitious teacher, with at least 2 years’ experience, who is keen to develop and be supported in their leadership journey.

As Second in English, you will work closely with the Head of Department to support the strategic development of the subject and help drive high standards of teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will take responsibility for agreed areas of departmental leadership, contribute to curriculum development, support the monitoring of student progress and attainment, and play an important role in coaching and mentoring colleagues.

The successful candidate will be passionate about English and committed to ensuring every student achieves their full potential. You will have a proven track record of excellent classroom practice, high expectations of yourself and others, and the ability to inspire a love of language and literature. We are looking for a teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality lessons, securing excellent outcomes and creating opportunities beyond the classroom that enrich students' educational experiences and support their personal development.

This role would suit an ambitious teacher who is ready to develop their leadership skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether you are looking to take your first step into middle leadership or build on existing leadership experience, you will benefit from excellent support, high-quality professional development and the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future success of the department and the school

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 837 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Blue Coat School Basingstoke website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/aldworth-school-basingstoke

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