Second in English

Wootton Academy Trust, Bedford, MK43 9HT

4 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  as soon as possible

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  27 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (FTE) This role will include TLR 2B

Second in English job summary

We are seeking an inspirational teacher committed to high academic standards who can communicate to young people an enthusiasm for English.

We are looking for a dynamic second in our English department to work closely with our experienced Head of English. The school is at an exciting time, as we plan to open our doors to Year 7 and 8 pupils from September 2026. We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague and are particularly interested in someone with a passion for developing our Key Stage 3 curriculum in readiness for our new pupils. Literacy is a key focus for the school and we know this will also be a strong strand as we grow.

This is an exciting opportunity for any current or aspiring second in English, in a supportive and exciting department.

The successful candidate would be expected to have a passion for learning and teaching, together with the skills to inspire and motivate our learners to achieve the very best they can and to lead the effective delivery of an outstanding English curriculum alongside the Head of English.

We welcome applications from middle leaders with a track record of leading a department, as well as those who have other leadership experience or experienced teachers ready for their next challenge. Wootton Academy Trust is committed to supporting colleagues as they take the next exciting step in their career.

Closing Date: Sunday 26th April 2026. Please apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive applications from outstanding candidates.

Applicants must complete the Trust’s application form via My New Term- we cannot accept CVs. When applying, please complete all sections of the application form and ensure that you do not leave any gaps in your qualification/work history and that you give details of any periods not accounted for by full time employment, education or training. Forms with missing sections and/or gaps may not be considered.

Our vacancies are advertised on the MyNewTerm platform. To apply for these please click the vacancies button, or scroll down further to see our live jobs.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Wootton Academy Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES - We prefer to hire people directly. We’ll be in touch if we need you!

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

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 Wootton Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wootton-academy-trust

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