Teacher of English
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 1AF9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter Term
Closing date
25 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
16 January 2026
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
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
📣Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator ready to make a real difference?📣
An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional Teacher of English to become part of our lively, progressive team. Bring your passion for and help ignite a love of learning.
As part of our thriving department, you will join a team of dedicated and innovative educators committed to excellence in teaching and learning. You will deliver engaging, inclusive English lessons that spark curiosity and a love of the subject, while nurturing creativity, confidence, and strong problem-solving skills in every student.
What We are Looking For:
✅Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
✅A deep passion for teaching and education.
✅Strong classroom management and communication skills.
✅A commitment to student success and holistic development
✅We would encourage applications for ECT`s.
What the school offers its staff
🌟 Join the Aldridge Education Family! 🌟
Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:
✨ Aldridge
Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for
you!
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our
bike-friendly benefits.
💬 Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access
free, confidential support whenever you need it.
⏰ Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with
flexibility that suits you.
🚗 Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got
your spot covered.
🏦 Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the
Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
🤝 Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here?
Earn rewards by bringing them on board!
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
- School type
- Free School, ages 13 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 264 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio website
- Email address
- kathy.shaw@aldridgeeducation.org
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is a 13-19 Mainstream Studio School based in Darwen, Lancashire, specialising in Creative/Technical Digital Technologies andCare Sector.
We are currently ranked as the number one performing college for progress at KS5 in the borough and within a 132km radius. We have recently received an OFSTED rating of Good in all areas during a September 2021 inspection.
Established in 2013 and located in the heart of historical Darwen on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, the Studio is the town’s best kept secret. Focussed on nurturing talent in students and staff across core and creative subjects and improving the life chances of every student. As a small school with a maximum of 250 students we offer a unique opportunity to work in a state of the art, iconic and historic building as part of a small cohesive team of staff.
Arranging a visit to Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kathy.shaw@aldridgeeducation.org.
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