Are you passionate about literature, language, and unlocking the power of words? Ash Green School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Teacher of English to join our thriving department. If you’re ready to spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and help students find their voice, we’d love to hear from you.Job Title: Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)Location: Ash Green School, CoventrySalary: MPS - UPS £32, - £51, Start Date: Feb (approximately)Contract Type: Maternity cover - Approx 10 monthsWorking Pattern: Full-timeApplication Closing Date: 7th DecemberInterview Date: Interview Date: We will hold interviews as soon as we have received enough applications from suitably qualified applicants. Please do not hesitate to contact - if you would like an update on your application and details of a potential interview date.About You: We are seeking a passionate and driven English teacher to join our team at Ash Green School. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering engaging and thought-provoking lessons that ignite curiosity and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for language and literature. With strong subject expertise, creativity, and the ability to connect with learners of all abilities, you will play a key role in helping every student reach their full potential.Our Ideal candidate will have: Qualified Teacher Status.A strong understanding of the curriculum and subject-specific requirements, enabling them to deliver high-quality, effective English teaching.The ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with both students and parents, fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment.About the English Department:The English Department at Ash Green School is a cornerstone of the curriculum, forming one of the six key learning teams that shape the academic journey of every student. English is taught across all key stages - KS3, KS4, and KS5 - with a strong emphasis on developing confident, articulate, and literate learners. Led by experienced subject specialists, the department is committed to fostering a love of literature and language. Students benefit from a carefully sequenced curriculum, regular assessment, and targeted interventions that support progress and stretch achievement. Innovative teaching strategies, including knowledge organisers, low-stakes testing, and retrieval practice, are embedded to ensure deep and lasting learning.About Ash Green School: At Ash Green School, our G.R.A.C.E values, Global citizenship, Resilience, Aspiration, Creativity, and Excellence, are at the core of everything we do. These values shape not only our ambitious curriculum and high expectations for students, but also the way we work together as a staff team. We are proud of our strong sense of community, where staff, students, and families support one another and celebrate achievements together. Teamwork and support are central to life at Ash Green. From your first day, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly team where open dialogue and collaboration are encouraged. Staff benefit from a strong network of coaching, mentoring, and trust-wide development opportunities. Our comprehensive curriculum resources and excellent facilities allow you to focus on what matters most, making a difference for our students. We are looking for positive, professional, and child-centred colleagues who share our values and are committed to helping every child thrive. If you want to be part of a school where you are supported, challenged, and truly valued, we would love to hear from 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, children and young people across England. Since , 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 Talent Team is here to help. Reach out to , and she will be delighted to assist you. 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) . 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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