Teacher of English

Fixed term until 31st August 2027

We require an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of English to join this dynamic Faculty. You must demonstrate a passion for the subject through the delivery of high quality and impactful lessons. A strong commitment to achievement for all is a must.

The successful candidate must be able to teach English across the ability ranges at KS3 and KS4, with the possibility of KS5 teaching for the right applicant.

The post is fixed-term for one year

What Ashton Park School can offer:

14% PPA

A highly collaborative English department of specialists

Committed and supportive staff body with a real sense of community

Employee Assistance Programme

Ashton Park Fitness Centre offers

Cycle to Work scheme

Free eye tests

Access to staff sports and competitions

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and professional development opportunities

Internal job market and great opportunities for progression

Family friendly policies

Free parking

Staff social events

About Ashton Park Secondary School

This is an exciting time to join Ashton Park School & sixth form as we embed our vision for our school to be ‘Valued in our community for our passion for learning and a commitment to excellence within a caring atmosphere built on mutual respect, and celebration of success’. In a recent Ofsted inspection we were graded ‘Good’ in all areas.

''The new school leadership team has been mindful of staff workload and well-being when introducing rapid change’’ Ofsted Lead Inspector

We are looking for applicants who are passionate about students’ learning and who have an unequivocal commitment to excellence in all they do. The successful applicant will have the enthusiasm, knowledge and skills to deliver high quality student support. The successful candidate will be committed to the personal development of our students.

Being part of the professional learning community at Excalibur Academies Trust will provide the post holder with outstanding opportunities to progress and contribute to the continuing development of both school and trust.

Ashton Park is an inclusive and oversubscribed school, with over 1200 students, set in the beautiful grounds of the Ashton Court Estate in Bristol. We have many strengths including a committed team of staff who are enthusiastic and passionate about their work and supporting the young people in our care. There is a hugely impressive range of opportunities on offer for our student body. We are a very happy school community.

We truly believe Ashton Park has the potential to develop into a beacon of academic excellence over the next few years. If you are prepared for the challenge of playing a significant role in helping us achieve this and have a core belief that all students, no matter what their background or prior attainment can achieve, then we would welcome an application from you.

We wish you the very best of luck with your application and hope to meet you soon!

Please be aware that we will review applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this posting once suitable candidates have been found. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered.

Safeguarding Statement Excalibur Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The Trust is proud to serve a diverse student and parent community. The aims of the Trust’s recruitment policy are to ensure that the best possible staff are recruited on the basis of their merits, abilities and suitability for the position; to ensure that all job applicants are considered equally and consistently; to ensure that no job applicant is treated unfairly on any grounds including race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, disability or age; and to ensure that the School meets its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people by carrying out all necessary pre-employment checks.