Teacher of English
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 9PF |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1f982275-3c9b-4db7-a7ff-256444a91b27 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School have an exciting opportunity for a new colleague to join our wonderful English Department. If successful, you will join a team of dedicated and inspiring professionals who share a passion for English and inspire students to repeatedly achieve above-average results.
Whether you are an ECT looking for your first teaching role, an experienced practitioner who is seeking a change of environment, or a former teacher who is looking to return to the profession; the most essential criteria that we are seeking is that you arecommitted to raising achievement through excellent classroom practice.
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.
We are a forward-looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and staff. Visitors to our school never fail to comment on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the friendly welcome that they receive.
It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Offer of employment is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, pre-employment health check and references.
The Governors of St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School have an exciting opportunity for a new colleague to join our wonderful English Department. If successful, you will join a team of dedicated and inspiring professionals who share a passion for English and inspire students to repeatedly achieve above-average results.
Whether you are an ECT looking for your first teaching role, an experienced practitioner who is seeking a change of environment, or a former teacher who is looking to return to the profession; the most essential criteria that we are seeking is that you arecommitted to raising achievement through excellent classroom practice.
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer a bespoke CPD programme, research and development, links and networks with other outstanding schools as well as a plethora of extra-curricular and cross-curricular working opportunities.
We are a forward-looking and flourishing school, well regarded for the excellence of our academic achievement and the high level of motivation of pupils and staff. Visitors to our school never fail to comment on our respectful students, the positive team ethos amongst staff and the friendly welcome that they receive.
It really is worth applying for this post and joining somewhere special.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Offer of employment is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance, pre-employment health check and references.