Second in English
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 March 2026 |
| Location: | Yate, South Gloucestershire, BS37 4DX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 9db1f294-6e3c-44d2-9874-29e27b91ab34 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’
We are looking for a dedicated Second in English to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from September 2026.
About the role:
The successful candidate will support the Head of Department in leading, developing and enhancing the teaching of others, whilst contributing to curriculum planning and delivery. They will also act as the Head of Department in their absence.
The successful candidate will:
• Act as the Head of English in the absence of the postholder.
• Lead and develop English across key stages.
• Lead, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others including involvement in DDI’s.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and delivery as applicable
• Support the senior leadership team to ensure high standards of behaviour.
• To have impact on academic standards of students from the Key Stage, across subjects.
• Ensure the safeguarding of students in line with the Trust’s Policies
• Be accountable for leading, managing and developing department members.
• To plan and teach consistently high-quality lessons across all key stages (KS3, 4 and 5).
What the school offers its staff
About the School:
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 2nd March 2026. The role is due to commence from September 2026. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Follow us on Facebook, X, and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’
We are looking for a dedicated Second in English to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from September 2026.
About the role:
The successful candidate will support the Head of Department in leading, developing and enhancing the teaching of others, whilst contributing to curriculum planning and delivery. They will also act as the Head of Department in their absence.
The successful candidate will:
• Act as the Head of English in the absence of the postholder.
• Lead and develop English across key stages.
• Lead, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others including involvement in DDI’s.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and delivery as applicable
• Support the senior leadership team to ensure high standards of behaviour.
• To have impact on academic standards of students from the Key Stage, across subjects.
• Ensure the safeguarding of students in line with the Trust’s Policies
• Be accountable for leading, managing and developing department members.
• To plan and teach consistently high-quality lessons across all key stages (KS3, 4 and 5).
What the school offers its staff
About the School:
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Leadership, resilience & citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 2nd March 2026. The role is due to commence from September 2026. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Follow us on Facebook, X, and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.