Teacher of English

Plantsbrook School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B72 1RB

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  29 September 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  12 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS-UPS
• Additional allowances:

  MPS-UPS

Teacher of English job summary

Teacher of English
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale (according to qualifications and experience)
Start Date: 1 January 2026

Full-time, permanent role and a maternity cover opportunity (part-time considered)

Plantsbrook School is seeking two enthusiastic and talented Teachers of English to join our thriving English department from January 2026. We have a permanent, full-time position available, as well as a maternity cover role.

Why Join Plantsbrook?

Our English Department is a vibrant and supportive team of 12 subject specialists and 2 academic coaches. With a collaborative approach to planning, we strive to create a positive and inspiring learning environment where both staff and students can thrive.

We teach a rich and challenging curriculum designed to foster a love of learning, broaden perspectives, and develop critical skills. At KS3, students study a diverse range of texts from Romeo and Juliet to Boy 87, exploring themes such as identity, empathy, and global issues. At GCSE we follow the AQA syllabus, and at KS5 we offer English Literature, English Language, Media Studies, and Creative Digital Media Production—all popular and well-subscribed courses.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to embed digital learning strategies, including the use of Chromebooks to enhance reading and writing.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is passionate about English and committed to delivering engaging and challenging lessons.
• Has strong classroom management skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Can inspire and motivate students of all abilities.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, equal opportunities, and safeguarding.
• Is optimistic, enthusiastic, and brings energy and creativity to the classroom.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced team with opportunities for professional development.
• A forward-thinking school culture with a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and achievement.
• The chance to contribute to a thriving English department with a history of strong outcomes.

If you would like to arrange a visit or discuss the role, please contact our HR Department at hr@broadleafpt.co.uk.

Closing Date: 9am Monday, 29 September 2025
(We encourage early applications. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.)

As part of the selection process, candidates will be asked to deliver a 30-minute observed teaching session.

Broadleaf Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with barred list clearance.

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

Please note successful candidates for all Broadleaf Partnership Trust vacancies will be requested to apply for Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, although a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position.

Broadleaf Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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 Plantsbrook School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1570 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Plantsbrook School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/plantsbrook-school-sutton-coldfield

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