Teacher of English

Join to apply for the Teacher of English role at Bristol City Council Job Title: Teacher of English Actual Annual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 (M1 to UPS3) Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract Length: Fixed until 25/01/2027 Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week Additional role info: Maternity cover contract, ends 31/08/2026 or earlier return of the postholder Provisional Start Date: As soon as possible About the role You will have the opportunity to deliver outstanding English lessons and inspire the next generation of students. We are looking for an inspirational teacher with a passion for delivering excellent educational experiences for our students. You will play a key role in championing the success and life chances of all children in our trust. Our commitment to high expectations and standards, a joy‑filled contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching means that we can create more opportunities for the lifelong success of our pupils as they become young adults. About You A qualified teacher or hold an equivalent teaching qualification. Ability to deliver the curriculum in your chosen area and consistently teach high quality lessons across relevant key stages. Ability to meet the needs of learners from key identified groups, including pupil premium, looked after children, SEND and High Attaining students. A strong communicator with the ability to embrace change, motivate colleagues and build positive relationships with students, staff and parents. Ability to recognise, value and support the delivery of opportunities which extend beyond the confines of classroom delivery and seek to enrich and add value to the students experience & learning. Empowered to develop your own expert practice and support the development of others. Highly competent in all elements of the Teachers Standards and your achievements and contribution will be substantial and sustained as an Upper Pay Scale teacher. Why Work At Bristol Brunel Academy Bristol Brunel Academy is a forward‑thinking academy based in Speedwell, Bristol, which is rated "Good" by Ofsted. We are consistently over‑subscribed in every year group and have a positive and growing reputation within our community. The academy celebrates diversity and serves a vibrant multi‑cultural intake, which reflects our local community. Bristol Brunel's leadership and staff are passionate about the development of equality, diversity and inclusion and want this to be reflected throughout the academy, including within the staff team. Our students are proud to attend Bristol Brunel, are excited to learn and are real ambassadors for our community. All of our students benefit from a hugely positive and supportive learning environment and contemporary facilities. Why CLF? We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we were all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We are proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. What We Can Offer You Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme. Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing. Sector‑leading professional development entitlement and opportunities. Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks. Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload. Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute. A collaborative culture which supports workload. Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme. Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs. A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay. Additional benefits such as cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking and many more. Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: 4 January 2026 @ 11.59pm Short‑listing: 5 January 2026 Interviews: 8 January 2026 We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment. As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs; a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form. Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored through this role, where it meets the minimum salary threshold set out by government, based on the hours required. Candidates are advised to check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist. #J-18808-Ljbffr