Teacher of English

West Coventry Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 9PW

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  5 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS/UPR - £32,916 - 51,048 per annum

Teacher of English job summary

Contract: Fixed term until 31 May 2027

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Hours: Full time

West Coventry Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of English to join our dedicated team on a fixed-term basis until 31 May 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning and inspiring students to develop a love of English. You will play an important role in supporting students to achieve their full potential, developing their confidence and encouraging curiosity, creativity and a lifelong appreciation of literature and language.

The successful candidate will be an engaging and reflective practitioner with high expectations of student achievement and behaviour. You will be able to plan and deliver stimulating lessons, adapt your teaching to meet the needs of learners and contribute positively to the wider English department.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Has a passion for English and the ability to engage and inspire students.

Has high expectations of teaching, learning and student achievement.

Can plan and deliver creative, challenging and inclusive lessons.

Is committed to supporting the progress and wellbeing of all students.

Works collaboratively and is keen to contribute to the wider life of the academy.

We offer

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Access to high-quality CPD and mentoring (including ECT support)

An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package

Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)

Professional development and wellbeing days

How to apply

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’.

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Ana Neofitou, Headteacher, via email

staffaxn@westcoventryacademy.org or call 02476 426200. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.

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

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.

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 West Coventry Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1317 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: West Coventry Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-coventry-academy

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