Teacher of English in Chippenham

1FTE – part time considered - Maternity cover

Start date: September 2026

Close date for applications: Thursday 26th February 2026 at 9am

Interview date: W/C 2nd March 2026

MPS/UPS ECTs welcome to apply

Number of students on roll: 900

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

For further information, please see our website under ‘joining us’ or contact reception. To apply follow the link to mynewterm on our website. 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.

The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.

We are a flexible working employer, and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.

Safeguarding Statement: Abbeyfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.