Teacher of English

3 days ago

Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Wiltshire Career Site Full time


Salary: MPS / UPS

Hours of work: Full or Part Time Considered

Contract type: Fixed Term until 31st August 2026

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Abbeyfield School for further information.

Due to expansion and growth in student numbers, this is an exciting time to join Abbeyfield School. Our recent 'Good' Ofsted rating (November 2022) highlighted that 'Staff are proud of the school and enjoy working at it. Leaders and Governors are supportive of staff's workload and well-being'. As a result, both the leaders and students are looking for high-calibre staff who are committed to delivering outstanding teaching and learning opportunities for all. In October 2025 Abbeyfield School became part of The Athelstan Trust, one of the leading educational trusts in the South West. 

The Governors of Abbeyfield School are seeking to make the appointment of a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our thriving and high performing team. As a member of the department, you will be well-supported by a team of dynamic teachers who are passionate about English.

The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to work within a highly experienced and motivated team who are fully committed to ensuring all staff and students fulfil their potential and continue to enjoy enviable success. 

The English department outcomes have been consistently good for students for several years, with results rising. The team are experienced and driven by ensuring that students reach the best possible outcomes. A wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities are offered to support students' learning and to enhance their love for all the subjects we offer from KS3 all the way through to KS5, where our numbers thrive. The department follows the AQA qualification at both GCSE and A Level for Language, Literature and EDUQAS for GCSE Media Studies. 

ECTs are welcome to apply for this post and will benefit greatly from a supportive and enthusiastic team who are experienced in mentoring student teachers and ECTs. All our staff receive professional CPD opportunities and a collaborative, inclusive department which foregrounds a love of the subject and passion for effective, up-to-date pedagogy. As a flexible employer, part time applicants will be considered.

Additional information:

Abbeyfield is a community school which occupies purpose-built premises. It is situated in a beautiful location, within commuting distance of Bath, Bristol and Swindon. The school was inspected in November 2022 and we pledge to offer the following:

  • Excellent students who will work with you to achieve the highest standards
  • A high-performing and growing school 
  • Excellent leadership, which believes in rapid and sustainable leadership
  • A thriving sixth form where pupils make strong progress
  • Outstanding behaviour
  • Friendly and welcoming pupils who thrive in an atmosphere of tolerance and understanding

Find out more and apply:

For further information, please see our website  under 'joining us' or contact reception on

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We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the advertised closing date. 

Please note – We reserve the right to interview and employ the right candidate before the closing date.

Please note - Due to safeguarding, we ONLY accept completed online applications, we do not accept CV's.

Closing date: Wednesday 26th November 2025 at 9am

Interview date: w/c 1st December 2025

Start date: January or after February half term - 2026

Abbeyfield 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 applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. 

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