Teacher of English

Application Closing Date: 9am, Monday 7th April 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Friday 11th April 2025

Do you have what it takes to nurture today’s young people and inspire tomorrow’s leaders?

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding learning and teaching to young people in a disadvantaged community?

If so, becoming a teacher at Bradgate Education Partnership might just be the best career move you ever make!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a creative and inspiring Teacher of English to join Wreake Valley Academy on a permanent basis from 26th August 2025. This is the perfect opportunity for someone to join the English team who will have a proactive role in developing English further in the school. We are looking for an outstanding teacher with a proven track record of success and raising pupil outcomes. You will join the Bradgate Education Partnership family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best teachers in education.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver high quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.

This role is a rewarding one with a successful candidate having the opportunity to be part of a supportive team and have access to highly supportive subject mentoring with a strong professional development programme to ensure that Teachers Standards are well developed.

Teaching experience will not be a determining factor – we welcome applications from newly qualified teachers (ECTs) as well as more experienced candidates.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Wreake Valley Academy, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high-quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play, and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.

The ideal candidate will:

1. Possess excellent subject knowledge with the ability to articulate their expertise within their teaching
2. Be an excellent communicator who can build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders
3. Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses students’ learning and achievements
4. Be a team player – whilst it is important as a secondary school teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount to the role

In return we offer:

1. Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise
2. The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources
3. Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes
4. Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school.

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying for the position

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.