Teacher of English Full Time or Part Time 0.5
Wadebridge School, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6BU9 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 March 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
17 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Full time or Part time 0.5
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1-year fixed term contract with the view of making the role permanent at the end of the contract
Pay scale
- MPS / UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
Contract: Full-time or Part Time 0.5. 1-year fixed term contract with the view of making the role permanent at the end of the contract.
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS
Closing Date: 3pm Thursday 26th March
Interviews: Tuesday 31st March
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English to join our successful and supportive English department. The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of literature and language while supporting students to achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who is committed to high standards of teaching and learning. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Full-time and part-time applications will be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons at KS3 and KS4
- Create a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment
- Assess, monitor and report on student progress
- Contribute to the development of the English curriculum
- Support students of varying abilities to achieve strong outcomes
- Participate in departmental planning and whole-school initiatives
The Ideal Candidate Will
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Have strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature (AQA and Eduqas)
- Be committed to delivering engaging and challenging lessons
- Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills
- Be enthusiastic about supporting students’ academic and personal development
- Work collaboratively as part of a team
- Knowledge or willingness to teach Drama at Key Stage 3 / 4.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative department
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A positive and inclusive school community
- Full-time or part-time considered
What the school offers its staff
A School that Cares – About Students & Staff
At Wadebridge School, we balance an unwavering focus on progress and achievement with a strong commitment to student wellbeing. We work tirelessly to support our young people in every aspect of their lives, ensuring they develop the skills and strategies needed to succeed academically and personally.
Our CARE Values
At Wadebridge School, our values define everything we do:
- Community and Cooperation– We work together to create a strong, supportive, and inclusive school.
- Ambition and Achievement– We inspire our students to aim high and reach their full potential.
- Respect and Responsibility– We foster a culture of kindness, integrity, and accountability.
- Enjoyment and Endeavour– We believe learning should be engaging, challenging, and rewarding.
Join Us!
Join us at an exciting time as we continue to drive our school and wider community forwards.
Wadebridge School has 1,030 students aged 11 to 16 and has been an academy since 2012. We were successfully inspected by Ofsted in April 2025– the full report is available on our school website.
For an informal school visit and discussion please contact us to arrange - jbrown@wadebridge.cornwall.sch.uk
📅Application Deadline: 3pm Thursday 26th March
📅 Interview Date: Tuesday 31st March
📧How to Apply: Complete the Wadebridge School Teaching Application Form and email it to jbrown@wadebridge.cornwall.sch.uk
The school is committed to safeguarding children, and the successful applicant will be required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to appropriate online/social media searches.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
⚠️ The school is committed to safeguarding children, and the successful applicant will be required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to appropriate online/social media searches.
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.
About Wadebridge School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1050 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Wadebridge School website
- Email address
- jbrown@wadebridge.cornwall.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01208 893904
Wadebridge School is an oversubscribed highly successful 11-16 academy with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student support. We are proud to be a Single Academy Trust, meaning we can focus on what matters most – our students, staff, and wider community. As a school, we invest in professional development, encourage innovation, and provide a collaborative and supportive working environment.
A School that Cares – About Students & Staff
At Wadebridge School, we balance an unwavering focus on progress and achievement with a strong commitment to student wellbeing. We work tirelessly to support our young people in every aspect of their lives, ensuring they develop the skills and strategies needed to succeed academically and personally.
Our CARE Values
At Wadebridge School, our values define everything we do:
• Community and Cooperation – We work together to create a strong, supportive, and inclusive school.
• Ambition and Achievement – We inspire our students to aim high and reach their full potential.
• Respect and Responsibility – We foster a culture of kindness, integrity, and accountability.
• Enjoyment and Endeavour – We believe learning should be engaging, challenging, and rewarding.
Arranging a visit to Wadebridge School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jbrown@wadebridge.cornwall.sch.uk.
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