Inspire a love of language, unlock potential, and help every student find their voice. play a key role in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that challenge, motivate, and empower students to achieve their very best.
Job Title: Teacher of English
Location: Abbeyfield School, Northampton
Salary: MPS/UPS
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Contract Type: Fixed Term – Maternity Cover 1 year
Working Pattern: 32.5 hours, Term-time Only
Application Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026
Interview Date: Week Commencing 19th October 2026
About You:
Abbeyfield School are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of English who is passionate about delivering outstanding learning experiences and helping students achieve academic success. You will be committed to high standards, have strong subject knowledge, and possess the ability to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4. Whether you are an experienced teacher or looking for your next challenge, you will share our ambition for every learner and be committed to fostering a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and achievement
Our Ideal candidate will have:
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and a good honours degree.
- Classroom Practice: Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4.
- Subject Expertise: Strong knowledge of the English curriculum and assessment requirements.
- Student Progress: Experience using data, target setting, and curriculum innovation to improve outcomes.
- Inclusive Education: A commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every student can succeed.
About the English Department:
The English Department at Abbeyfield School is a collaborative and ambitious team committed to developing confident readers, writers, and communicators. Through engaging lessons, high-quality teaching, and a shared commitment to excellence, the department works to foster a love of literature and language while equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need for future success. Team members support one another through the sharing of best practice, innovative teaching approaches, and a collective focus on ensuring every student makes strong progress.
About Abbeyfield School:
Abbeyfield School is a values-led community where staff are supported, empowered, and inspired to make a real impact. Guided by our principles of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with clear systems, consistent processes, and a calendar that supports work-life balance.
Professional development is central to our ethos. Whether you're starting out or stepping into leadership, you'll benefit from high-quality CPD, coaching, and opportunities to collaborate across Creative Education Trust schools. Our students are curious, courteous, and eager to learn, and our inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour helps every learner feel safe and supported.
Abbeyfield is a school where staff are trusted to lead, reflect, and grow. With excellent facilities and a strong team ethos, it’s a place where you can develop your career and be part of something meaningful. If you’re looking for a school that values its people and puts students at the heart of everything, Abbeyfield is the place for you. To find out more please visit our website.
About Creative Education Trust:
Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.
We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.
We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.
Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at holly.sweetore@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk , and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
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