Second in English

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

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025 or as soon as possible

• Closing date

  30 April 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 April 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR + TLR2b (5,648)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our English department is well-resourced and well regarded within the school. Teachers in the department are ambitious for their students and work collaboratively to ensure each student achieves the best possible outcomes. You will be joining a team of dedicated teachers who embrace professional development opportunities and who are at the forefront of leading CPD across the school.

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.

What the school offers its staff

The Blue Coat School joined the South Farnham Educational Trust and is the second, secondary school alongside Brighton Hill School. As such, we are in a great position to be at the forefront of educational developments to provide the best possible school experience for our students.

There is a strong sense of community within the school and a real desire amongst staff to grow and develop our teaching and provision. We are committed to ensuring a truly inclusive, enjoyable and successful school environment for all children.

Every student has a place in our school and the team are committed to high standards and expectations in every aspect of our work. We aim to grow and develop as a school community to meet these expectations which will best prepare our students for a successful and happy life after their journey with us.

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

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About The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: Up to 1000 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Blue Coat School Basingstoke website
• Email address: recruitment@aldworth.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01256322691
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/aldworth-school-basingstoke

Arranging a visit to The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@aldworth.hants.sch.uk.

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