Job Description

Salary:

MPS - UPS 31,650 - 49,084 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern:

This is a fixed term maternity cover position working 1.0 FTE per week, 39 weeks per year. Start date 1st January 2026 (or 1st December 2025 if available).


Are you passionate about English and ready to inspire the next generation of learners? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English to join our successful and supportive department at The Park Community School in Barnstaple, North Devon.


This is a one-year maternity cover in the first instance, with the potential to become a permanent post. It offers an exciting opportunity for both early career and experienced teachers to contribute to a well-established team delivering an ambitious and fully resourced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4. We will also consider applications from exceptional unqualified teachers. We follow the Eduqas GCSE specifications for English Language and Literature and offer Film Studies as an additional option.


The Park Community School is a large 11-16 comprehensive with a proud history dating back to 1910 and a strong reputation across the area. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, we were rated Good, reflecting the high quality of education and pastoral care we provide. We are part of The Harbour Schools Partnership, giving our staff access to extensive professional development and collaboration opportunities across primary and secondary schools in Devon.


Our school is situated in Barnstaple, a historic market town offering a fantastic quality of life, with beautiful beaches, Exmoor National Park, and a strong local community - all just a short drive away.


We offer:

A dynamic and collaborative English department with 13 teaching staff A strong culture of professional growth, including high-quality, non-judgemental coaching A commitment to staff wellbeing and workload balance Opportunities to be involved in enrichment activities such as theatre trips, author visits, and national writing competitions

If you are committed to fostering a love of English and raising student achievement within a nurturing and ambitious school, we would love to hear from you.


Please see further details in the attached Applicant's Pack below.


To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.


The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 9th September 2025, interviews will be held week commencing Monday 15th September 2025.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


Our school is a member of The Harbour Schools Partnership, a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, The Harbour Schools Partnership offers excellent career and development opportunities.


The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.


Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available via our website

here

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