Teacher of English
Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2BA11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
10 October 2025 at 9am
Date listed
29 September 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday, Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Teacher Main Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a motivated and progressive Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences to a diverse group of students. You will work collaboratively with our dedicated staff to create an inclusive environment that meets the needs of all learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has Qualified Teacher Status
- Is dedicated to our vision that all children are entitled to a first-class education.
- Has experience of promoting positive behaviour conductive to learning and which is focused on raising standards.
- Possesses a genuine belief that all children are equal and celebrates the diversity in our school communities.
All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.
All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.
What the school offers its staff
We are seeking to appoint a motivated and progressive Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences to a diverse group of students. You will work collaboratively with our dedicated staff to create an inclusive environment that meets the needs of all learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has Qualified Teacher Status
- Is dedicated to our vision that all children are entitled to a first-class education.
- Has experience of promoting positive behaviour conductive to learning and which is focused on raising standards.
- Possesses a genuine belief that all children are equal and celebrates the diversity in our school communities.
All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.
All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.
Flexible working opportunities
A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development.
As such, we offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include, but are not limited to:
- A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team
- Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors
- A focus on staff wellbeing including a network of wellbeing champions and a supportive working environment
- Opportunity to join a committed and forward-thinking team of staff
- Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits such as shopping discounts
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced DBS and references. The postholder must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self-declaration to confirm any (non-protected) criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.
Applying for the job
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About Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1749 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- catherine.alexander-gamble@ietrust.org
Blue Coat Cof E School is a very successful and oversubscribed school in the heart of the city of Coventry with over 1500 pupils.
At Blue Coat Church of England School, our vision is “Living life in all its fullness”. We exist to equip our students to live life in all its fullness by providing excellent education which is distinctively Christian and inclusive of all. At the heart of this education are the values of Care, Hard Work, Respect, Integrity and Servanthood, working Together for the good of all individuals, the school and wider communities.
Arranging a visit to Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email catherine.alexander-gamble@ietrust.org.
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