Teacher of English

Wolverley CofE Secondary School, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY11 5XQ

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  29 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 April 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, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 - £51,048
• Pay scale: Main scale/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are delighted to be recruiting an English Teacher to join Wolverley CE Secondary School. Our English department is a thriving, student‑centred and well‑established team based in our brand‑new teaching block, where students genuinely enjoy their lessons and approach the subject with enthusiasm and positivity.

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity within a unique, popular and oversubscribed school, this could be your chance to shine. We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Teacher of English who is passionate about helping every child succeed. Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to deliver consistently inspirational lessons are essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an excellent practitioner to join our forward‑thinking, collaborative and student‑focused department. You will be part of a team committed to shaping learning around the needs of our students and ensuring every young person feels valued, challenged and supported. We are also excited to offer the potential to teach A‑Level English or Media Studies, contributing to the continued growth of our vibrant Sixth Form.

What the school offers its staff

Our students have a positive attitude towards English and look forward to their lessons, creating a rewarding environment in which teachers can truly make an impact. The school offers an outstanding professional development programme and has a proven track record of supporting staff at all stages of their career.

Wolverley CE Secondary School is a very popular school, reflecting the significant progress made in recent years. We have high academic expectations and an aspirational ethos, with a commitment to transforming the lives of our students. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a talented, hardworking team dedicated to continuous improvement.

If you are keen to find out more about this exciting opportunity or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Charlotte Wells at charlotte.wells@wolverley.worcs.sch.uk.

Wolverley CE Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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

Wolverley C E Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Advert - Teacher of English.pdf - 212 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher of English - Job description and person spec.pdf - 243 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wolverley CofE Secondary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 960 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wolverley CofE Secondary School website
• Email address: charlotte.wells@wolverley.worcs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01562 859800
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wolverley-cofe-secondary-school

Wolverley CE Secondary School

Arranging a visit to Wolverley CofE Secondary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email charlotte.wells@wolverley.worcs.sch.uk.

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