Job title: Teacher of English
Contract type: Fixed term maternity cover (until January 2028)
FTE: 1 FTE
Start date: February 2027 (earlier start date would be considered)
About the role
In this role, you won’t just deliver a curriculum—you will shape futures, foster inclusive learning environments and provide the vital pastoral support that helps young people thrive.
What you’ll do:
- Create clear learning objectives and lesson structures that maintain a high pace, motivation and challenge for all students
- Establish a safe, purposeful and welcoming environment where students feel secure and confident
- Maintain high standards of student behavior through positive relationships and well-focused teaching
- Mark and monitor students’ work and set targets for progress in line with the learning and teaching and assessment policies.
- Act as the primary point of contact for a tutor group, providing academic monitoring, guidance and pastoral welfare while liaising with parents and external agencies.
About you
- You are a qualified teacher possessing QTS with proven experience teaching across a range of ages and abilities.
- You demonstrate a clear passion for English and a deep commitment to sharing this enthusiasm with young people.
- You have a detailed working knowledge of the National Curriculum requirements and the pedagogical skills to translate them into impactful, deep learning experiences.
- You are a personable and approachable professional, capable of building effective relationships with both students and colleagues across the trust.
- You are a proactive team member with a \"can-do\" approach and the agility to respond to the evolving needs of the school environment.
- You maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection legislation, implementing these policies with consistency and care.
- You are committed to continuous professional development and are eager to take an active part in whole-school and Pathway-wide CPD programs.
About us
At Downend School we provide a safe, supportive and challenging learning environment that aims to inspire and empower young people to grasp opportunity; to reach their potential and excel; to develop responsibility and integrity and to respect themselves and others.
We have a strong ethos based on our core PRIDE values of participation, respect, identity, determination and excellence. We set standards high and aim to nurture young people who are well equipped to become active and positive members of the school community and to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a time of rapid change.
We are proud of the care and support we offer our students. We strongly believe in the value of creating a friendly and caring school community where youngsters feel a sense of belonging and feel valued and respected. Happy and motivated students will flourish and become successful young people. Above all, Downend is a happy school.
We can offer you:
- A supportive trust and school community
- Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations
- A commitment to high‑quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development
- A values‑driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day
- Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements
- Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death‑in‑service cover
- Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies
- Family‑friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work–life balance
Further details and additional information about our school may be viewed on our website.
Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child
Pathway Trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our students.
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Teacher of English employer: Downend School
At Downend School, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. As a Data Officer, you will benefit from a strong commitment to professional development, a values-driven ethos prioritising diversity and inclusion, and generous family-friendly policies that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us in making a meaningful impact within our school community while enjoying the advantages of working in a dedicated trust with access to specialist support.
