Teacher of English (part time 0.6 FTE)

Kings Norton Girls' School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B30 1HW

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  7 July 2025 at 8am

• Date listed

  26 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main or upper scale (ECT applications are welcomed)

Teacher of English (part time 0.6 FTE) job summary

An opportunity has arisen at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form (KNGS) for an exceptional teacher of English to cover a maternity leave from September 2025. KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding school and is part of the West Midlands Multi Academy Trust with a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond.

Please note: This is a rolling vacancy and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews and appointments may therefore take place prior to the closing date shown below.

The post is available on a part time (0.6 FTE), temporary contract to cover a maternity leave from September 2025. ECT applications are welcomed, a minimum contract covering academic year 2025/2026 would be available for an ECT. This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional teacher of English to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form. We are an outstanding school and achieve excellent pastoral and academic outcomes for students within a culture of care and concern for the well-being of both students and staff. The English faculty comprises 10 teachers, many of whom have post-graduate subject qualifications and examiner experience, and who form a well-established, dedicated and highly experienced team, working closely with each other to achieve the best outcomes for our students.

The successful applicant will be an effective classroom practitioner, committed to improving learners’ experiences and attainment through working collaboratively and being willing to adopt new ideas. You will have the ability to teach English at KS3 and KS4; the ability to teach KS5 is not essential. In return, we offer excellent CPD within a supportive culture. We invest in the professional development of our staff so they meet their career potential, to take up opportunities in our school and in others. The school is committed to improving staff well-being. We also offer a cycle to work scheme.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity prior to applying, please contact Ms Friel, English Faculty Leader via email scurrie@kngs.co.uk or on 0121 675 1305. The application form will include your supporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words, you do not need to submit a separate covering letter), this should be submitted through the ‘My New Term’ website.

Should you have any questions about the application process, please email Mrs Wilson, PA to the Headteacher dwilson@kngs.co.uk Please note we do not accept CVs and only applications completed on the school’s application form will be considered.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding children and all posts advertised are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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About Kings Norton Girls' School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1073 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kings Norton Girls' School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kings-norton-girls-school

KNGS and Sixth Form is an OFSTED outstanding secondary school and one of the top comprehensives in the country. Our school lies in the heart of our community and is highly regarded locally.

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