Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)
Carlton Academy, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG4 3SH11 days remaining to apply
Closing date
25 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time - Maternity Cover
Contract type
- Fixed term - Up to one year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Can you bring English to life for our students and ignite a lifelong love of learning?
About you...
Our thriving school is looking for a passionate English teacher who is experienced across Key Stage 3 and 4 including full ability range. The ideal candidate will be committed to the personal development of students, inspiring and motivating them to achieve highly.
Your role…
As a Teacher of Englishyou’ll:
- Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons
- Use creative strategies to support all learners
- Track progress and give meaningful feedback
- Build a positive, inclusive classroom culture
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice
- Get involved in wider school life and enrichment activities
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer…
At The Carlton Academy we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:
- A warm welcome and thorough induction
- Supportive teams and professional networks
- High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
- Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
- Recognition and celebration of your achievements
Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.
Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?
Why Redhill Academy Trust?
Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values
Further information about the job
How to apply
Click ‘apply now’ to complete our on-line application form.
Please ensure you include the following in the Additional Information section of the form:
- Your reasons for applying for the role
- Your ideas on effective teaching and learning in English
For further details regarding this post please contact Naomi Beardsley onn.beardsley@theacademycarlton.org.
For information on our recruitment process please visit:Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
Commitment to safeguarding
As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, social media presence check and successful references.
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)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Carlton Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1354 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Carlton Academy website
- Email address
- n.beardsley@theacademycarlton.org
- Phone number
- 0115 9550010
The Carlton Academy is a ‘good’ and over-subscribed 11-18 academy and part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.
Arranging a visit to Carlton Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email n.beardsley@theacademycarlton.org.
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