Teacher of English

Turves Green Boys' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 4BS

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January or April 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  3 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (550)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (Actual) Salary: MPS (UPS where relevant) (ECTs Welcome)

Teacher of English job summary

Teacher of English

Turves Green Boys’ School, Northfield, B31 4BS

Salary: MPS (UPS where relevant) (ECTs Welcome)

Start Date: January or April 2027

At Turves Green Boys’ School, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of English to join the English Department.

We are looking for a teacher who is not only passionate about getting the best from their pupils but also wants the best for themselves. We offer superb professional development opportunities, including the full suite of NPQs and excellent ECT support that goes well beyond what many schools offer.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to begin your career in a supportive environment, we would welcome your application.

As a Teacher of English, you will be expected to deliver engaging and challenging lessons across different abilities and year groups, inspire pupils to develop confidence and love of English and plan and deliver high-quality lessons that support excellent progress and attainment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status;
• Has up to date subject and pedagogical knowledge, with a genuine passion for English;
• Has excellent classroom management and communication skills;
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and keen to develop professionally;
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to the school community.

About us:

At Turves Green Boys’ School, developing qualities and values that will allow students to succeed in future endeavours is our priority. The high expectations of our pupils and staff support our traditional values. Pupils experience high-quality teaching and we expect high standards of behaviour and attendance. With Matrix Academy Trust, we hold a shared belief that no child should fail.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply please complete our application form on My New Term.

To arrange an informal look at the school for yourself please contact the Head of School Mr Walker: twalker@tgbs.co.uk

Application Deadline: 20th November 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

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 Turves Green Boys' School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 592 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Turves Green Boys' School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/turves-green-boys-school-birmingham

Ofsted Good provider.

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