Teacher of English

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed and well-qualified teacher of English at Wood Green Academy.

As an academy, we are over-subscribed and consistently achieve some of the highest results in Sandwell. In our most recent Ofsted of February 2020 the school was judged to be good with outstanding features. We are extremely proud of being one of few secondary schools in the country to have been graded as outstanding for behaviour and attitudes under the new Ofsted framework. We have an excellent location being less than 15 miles from the centre of Birmingham whilst having excellent national links via both the M5 and the M6.

As an enthusiastic and committed teacher, you would join a welcoming, highly trained, and very supportive English department. The department is managed by the Director of English who is supported by English KS3, KS4 and KS5 Leaders. The English Department has a long experience in working with the Drama Department. The department has also a vast experience in successfully mentoring both ITT trainees and ECTs.

Successful candidates will be:

Highly motivated and passionate about providing all students with the very best educational opportunities. Believe in the importance of excellent teaching in English and can inspire students Committed to further developing their teaching and professional skills In return, successful candidates can expect to work with enthusiastic and well-behaved students who have a genuine desire to learn, to work with colleagues who are friendly and supportive, and to be part of a school which values its staff and offers ample opportunities for professional development and advancement. Experienced teachers, ECTs (year 1 or 2) are all encouraged to apply.

Additional information and the Application Pack is available on the school's website.

Completed application forms and supporting letters (no more than 1 side of A4) can be emailed to with Application for Teacher of English given as the subject.

Closing date: 9am Monday 15th April 2024.

Please note that interviews will be held w/c 22nd April 24

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All shortlisted applications will be subject to Safeguarding checks, including online searches as part of due diligence checks, and the successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks included children's barred list and right to work in the UK regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

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