Second in English/English Teacher

Second in English/English Teacher

Full-Time On-site
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SUFFOLK

BUNGAY HIGH SCHOOL

QUEENS ROAD

BUNGAY

SUFFOLK NR35 1RW

Tel: 01986 892140

Email: rblake@bungayhigh.co.uk

11 - 16 Mixed roll 900 students

Second in English Department/Teacher of English - Commencing Easter 2027

Full time - MPS/UPS + TLR2B of £6,072

To start Easter 2027 or earlier, this is an excellent opportunity to join our school, where aspiration, variety and a positive atmosphere are the foundations of our success. Bungay High School is looking to appoint an experienced, committed, enthusiastic and hardworking Second in English / Teacher of English to join our English Department. The specific responsibilities will be decided with the successful candidate.

The Role & Context: Assisting the Head of Department in leading, curriculum planning and raising standards across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Ideally we are looking for a candidate who can work on a full-time basis, but we would consider applications for candidates looking for a part-time position.

The Candidate Profile: A hard-working, strong classroom practitioner with exceptional classroom practice, high expectations for all students and the ability to inspire both peers and pupils.

The Reward: TLR2B of £6,072 paid on the main/upper pay scale (MPS/UPS).

Bungay High School is a thriving and successful school situated in a pleasant rural area. We are 20 miles from Norwich and 15 miles from the delightful heritage coast. We have fantastic students, great staff and a commitment to success for all. We have an excellent CPD programme and are committed to staff development. Bungay High School is part of the East Anglian Schools’ Trust.

Closing date for applications is Monday 23 November 2026 at midday

Interviews to take place Week Beginning: 30 November 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check will be required for this post.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Farlingaye High School, Holbrook Academy, Kesgrave High School, Castle EAST School, EAST SCITT and six primary schools Aldeburgh, Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston, Kyson and Saxmundham with whom we work closely with.

Our values, which underpin every decision we take and the systems we use, are demonstrated in The Bungay Way, underpinned by our character virtues of RESPECT, RESILIENCE, REFLECTIVENESS and RESPONSIBIITY. We have a comprehensive student character-building programme, through which we are working towards the nationally recognised Character Quality Mark.

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Contact Details:

BUNGAY HIGH SCHOOL Recruitment Team