Teacher of English in Bolton

Position Overview: MPS T1 - T9 (£32,916 - £51,048) Actual Salary £26,332.80 - £40,838.40 0.8 FTE Permanent. 1st September 2026. We are a 3-16 all age fully inclusive Academy. Our school has been on a fantastic journey over the last 18 months, and we are incredibly proud of our amazing staff and pupils. Our recent Ofsted and SIAMS inspections highlighted the fantastic progress we have made as an academy, and we are looking for someone to join us as we take our next steps. We offer state‑of‑the‑art facilities in an amazing £36 million building providing staff with the opportunity to teach in a cutting‑edge and vibrant environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lessons at both KS3 and KS4.
• Raise standards across the subject in teaching and learning and curriculum leading to better outcomes for all.
• Contribute to the well‑being of pupils as a form tutor, undertaking duties, and being a role model for learning and conduct.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parent evenings, training sessions, and contribute to whole‑school initiatives and improvement plans.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Highly effective practitioner or potential to be so, with a clear understanding of high‑quality teaching and able to teach across the whole ability range.
• Quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Motivate children to work hard and try their best through enthusiasm and passion for learning.
• Actively share good practice and explore ways to improve own and others’ teaching.
• Work hard to ensure all pupils make at least expected progress regardless of starting point and individual needs.
• Understand that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom.
• Demonstrate personal resilience and role‑model the qualities we wish to instil in young people.

Benefits:

• Continuous Professional Development: Access to National College training, subject‑specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles including an informal touch‑base and an annual career conversation.
• Well‑being & Support: Leadership training focused on well‑being, mental health resources, and staff networks.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
• Automatic pay progression, no performance‑based appraisals.
• Generous annual leave: 25 days for all year‑round support staff, increasing to 28 days after 5 years.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: paid premium to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare.
• Fantastic facilities.
• A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities.

Application Information:

For more information visit our website or contact our Business Operations Team on 01204 332553 or by emailing hr@bsca.tbft.uk. To apply, complete the attached application form via the link: Application Form. Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received. Closing date: Wednesday 8th June 2026 @ 9.00am. Interviews: To be confirmed.

Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview. The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and past employment checks.