Teacher of English
The Oakwood Academy, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 9PJ16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
16 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 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 - Maternity Cover - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic English teacher looking to make a lasting impact on students' learning and personal development? Join our thriving school community and help shape the next generation of confident communicators.
About you...
You will be an excellent communicator with a genuine passion for English, capable of inspiring students to develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.
Your role…
As a Teacher of English you’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 Oakwood Academy we are 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 A Wylie on a.wylie@oakwoodacademy.org.uk
For information on our recruitment process please visit: Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process
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)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Oakwood Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 737 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- The Oakwood Academy website
- Email address
- a.wylie@oakwoodacademy.org.uk
The Oakwood Academy is 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 for further information please visit the website.
Arranging a visit to The Oakwood Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email a.wylie@oakwoodacademy.org.uk.
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