About this role
Job title: Teacher of English
Contract type: Maternity cover until January 2027
FTE: 1 FTE
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 studentsEstablish a safe, purposeful, and welcoming environment where students feel secure and confidentMaintain 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 The Castle School, we are proud of our strong track record of academic achievement and pastoral care for our students. Situated in Thornbury we have great transport links with Bristol, Bath, Gloucester and South Gloucestershire.
The Castle School currently has 1,426 students and is shaped by our clear values, kindness, fairness and aspiration. This inclusive culture is reflected in our outstanding student conduct, a genuine sense of belonging and an on-site alternative provision that ensures every learner has the support to succeed. We have a thriving Post-16 centre, a committed junior leadership team and a strong track record of supporting our local community.
We can offer you:
Happy, engaging students who thrive on inspirational leadershipA supportive trust and school communityStrong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operationsA commitment to high‑quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your developmentA values‑driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every dayRecognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlementsTeachers’ Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death‑in‑service coverAccess to Health Shield, a fully funded healthcare schemeOccupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergenciesFamily‑friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work–life balance
In order to apply for this role please complete an application form by 9am, 19th October. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.
Please know that depending on the number of applications received we may decide to close the advert early. If you do not hear from us by a week after the closing date then please assume that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We wish you all the best in your future and ask that you join our E-Teach Talent Pool so as to keep up to date with all of our latest current opportunities.
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 pupils.