Teacher of English
Smestow Academy, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU2 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
21 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
18 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Main Pay Scale (UPS where relevant) (ECTs Welcome)
Teacher of English job summary
Teacher of English
Smestow Academy - Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU
Salary: Main Pay Scale (UPS where relevant) (ECTs Welcome)
Start Date: September 2026
“To be or not to be…?” A great English teacher that is.
Whether you are new to the profession or you have been teaching for some time, to be truly ‘great’ you need an environment in which pupils genuinely want to learn. An environment in which your colleagues are as passionate about your subject as you are. Here at Smestow Academy, we can offer just that. We look to build ‘successful, resilient and confident learners, who are curious, well-rounded and highly employable young people making outstanding contributions to British society’ (our mission statement).
We need a talented teacher of English who has the passion to provide pupils with the best possible experience of this fascinating subject. You will know how to get the best out of the children you teach. Could this be you?
Your skills will include:
- Being a good classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of how children learn;
- Possessing a passion to make a difference in pupils’ lives and showing a commitment to school improvement;
- Having up to data subject and pedagogical knowledge.
About us:
Matrix Academy Trust’s vision is Education Without Exception. We want the best for every child regardless of where they were born, how much money they do or don’t have and who they are (sex, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation). We want people who will not only grow the next generation but also people who are eager to take every opportunity to grow themselves.
We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.
To apply please download an application form and send to the Headteacher Ian Chamberlain: ichamblerlain@smestowacademy.co.uk.
You may also wish to contact him to arrange an informal look at the school for yourself.
Application Deadline: 21st May 2026
Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Smestow Academy
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 552 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Smestow Academy website
We are excited to now be part of Matrix Academy Trust from January 2023.
As a Trust, our vision is simple: every child deserves an exceptional education. We make this happen by doing the things which really make a difference. Working smartly means we have staff who want to work here. It ensures we have the capacity to care for every pupil, providing them with the best possible education – without exception.
A great school is one people want to work at and one parents want to send their children to. No matter how great our schools might be, we never rest on our laurels. We are restless in our efforts to keep improving and we instil this in our young people.
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