Teacher of English TLR
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4TA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | b0f6340f-1922-4472-8b0b-e93ff14a79ee |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an ambitious teacher to strengthen our English department
• have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject and curriculum area, foster and maintain learners' interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• set goals that stretch and challenge learners of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
• demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of learners.
• establish a safe and stimulating environment for learners, rooted in mutual respect
• be accountable for learners, attainment, progress and outcomes
• demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English
What the school offers its staff
• Free onsite gym and parking
• Access to the highly competitive Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Favourable annual leave entitlement, above the statutory minimum, plus bank holidays.
• Staff Wellbeing Package - Access to a number of free services, including confidential counselling sessions, GP Helpline, physiotherapy, virtual gym, weight management, menopause, mindfulness and relaxation sessions.
• Staff Benefits Package - Access to a huge range of savings from retailers such as Currys, Halfords, Wilko, Asda, Tesco, M&S, Morrisons and many more!
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Financial Support Service from Barclays
• Eye Test Vouchers – Free SpecSavers eye test voucher for eligible staff
• Access to free Counselling sessions following an initial confidential consultation.
Further details about the role
TLR also available for leading in Reading, Literacy and Oracy across the whole school
Commitment to safeguarding
South Wigston High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
We are looking for an ambitious teacher to strengthen our English department
• have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject and curriculum area, foster and maintain learners' interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
• set goals that stretch and challenge learners of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
• demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of learners.
• establish a safe and stimulating environment for learners, rooted in mutual respect
• be accountable for learners, attainment, progress and outcomes
• demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English
What the school offers its staff
• Free onsite gym and parking
• Access to the highly competitive Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Favourable annual leave entitlement, above the statutory minimum, plus bank holidays.
• Staff Wellbeing Package - Access to a number of free services, including confidential counselling sessions, GP Helpline, physiotherapy, virtual gym, weight management, menopause, mindfulness and relaxation sessions.
• Staff Benefits Package - Access to a huge range of savings from retailers such as Currys, Halfords, Wilko, Asda, Tesco, M&S, Morrisons and many more!
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Financial Support Service from Barclays
• Eye Test Vouchers – Free SpecSavers eye test voucher for eligible staff
• Access to free Counselling sessions following an initial confidential consultation.
Further details about the role
TLR also available for leading in Reading, Literacy and Oracy across the whole school
Commitment to safeguarding
South Wigston High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.