Teacher of English (with 2nd in Department opportunity)
Clyst Vale Community College, Exeter, Devon, EX5 3AJ18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
May half term
Closing date
22 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year
Contract type
- Fixed term - 17/05/2026-14/05/2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1-M6
Additional allowances
The 2nd in Department role attracts a TLR2b
What skills and experience we're looking for
Clyst Vale is a thriving and vibrant 11- 16 Community College situated five miles from Exeter. Visitors to Clyst Vale usually comment on the friendly, orderly atmosphere, the courtesy of our students, and the purposefulness in lessons. We have clear expectations and systems, but far more important are the excellent working relationships we establish between staff and students, as well as staff and parents. We remain the only Secondary school in Devon to be accredited Gold Rights Respecting School status.
The Role
Clyst Vale prides itself on its English offer from year 7 to11 and following the current 2nd in Department’s promotion to HOD, to cover maternity leave, we are pleased to offer the position of Teacher of English with the potential for 2nd in Department for the right candidate.
This is a full time position, fixed term maternity cover for approximately 1 year, starting in May 2026. The successful candidate will be able to teach across key KS3 & KS4 and is offered on the main teacher's pay scale MPS 1- 6.
We are looking for:
- An outstanding teacher with excellent subject knowledge;
- A practitioner who is keen to enthuse students using a variety of approaches;
- Experience of teaching English at GCSE is desirable;
- A willingness to contribute to the enrichment activities of the Department;
Applications from ECT’s are welcome and we can offer an excellent induction programme, in partnership with the South West Institute for Teaching, as well as a robust and impactful CPD offer for teachers at all stages of their career.
For the right candidate, there is the potential of 2nd in Department. For this role we are seeking to appoint a teacher who is dynamic, hard working and knowledgeable. This role represents an opportunity for the right person to contribute to the development and strategic direction of the English Department. Collaborating closely with the Head of English, the Second in Department will play a pivotal role in supporting curriculum and staff development, ensuring the highest quality of teaching, and moving a strong department forward to become outstanding. The role attracts a TLR2b of £5,851.
Please note the position of 2nd in Department is being offered internally. If you would like to be considered for the Teacher of English and /or Teacher of English with 2nd in Department, please state this in your application.
To apply, please visit our website: https://www.clystvale.org/362/vacancies
You will need to be available to attend for the whole interview day.
Closing date for all applications is Sunday 22ndFebruary 2026.
Interviews will be held w/c 9thMarch 2026.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer
- A unique opportunity to work within a Rights Respecting School with a strong community ethos
- A supportive CPD programme
- Free on-site parking
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates.
Online checks will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.
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)About Clyst Vale Community College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 936 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Clyst Vale Community College website
- Email address
- recruitment@clystvale.org
- Phone number
- 01392 463936
Clyst Vale is a thriving and vibrant 11- 18 Community College situated five miles from Exeter. Visitors to Clyst Vale usually comment on the friendly, orderly atmosphere, the courtesy of our students, and the purposefulness in lessons. We have clear expectations and systems, but far more important are the excellent working relationships we establish between staff and students, as well as staff and parents. We remain the only secondary school in Devon to be accredited Gold Rights Respecting School status.
Arranging a visit to Clyst Vale Community College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@clystvale.org.
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