Key Stage 5 English Coordinator
| Posting date: | 17 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 May 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2JR |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e92bc734-98c7-4a7d-b384-43730dc33467 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential Qualifications
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Degree related subject
• QTS Status
Essential Experience
• Be an excellent teacher demonstrating enthusiasm and a commitment to education
• To have taught either A-Level Literature, A-Level Language or A-Level Media for at least 2 years.
• Have experience of building and sustaining effective relationships with colleagues
• Have experience of leading strategies with impact to improve the progress of students post 16.
• Have experience of enriching the learning opportunities of students beyond the classroom
• Have confidence and competence in using student achievement data appropriately, to support students and therefore make timely interventions that have a long-term impact
• Have the ability to hold honest, supportive and challenging conversations
• Have knowledge and experience of recent relevant pedagogical developments
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have demonstrably high professional standards
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues within the English Learning Area to ensure all students within the Academy receive outstanding teaching
• Have a willingness to contribute and lead the CPD of colleagues
Essential Skills and Attributes
• Be passionate about English
• Have a willingness to make a commitment to support the success of colleagues.
• Possess a good sense of humour.
• Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values.
• Have the ability to work under pressure.
What the school offers its staff
SAFEGUARDING
St Wilfrid’s C of E Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- MPS/UPS, plus TLR2a - £3,527
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
-Cycle to Work Scheme.
-R&R available for an exceptional candidate
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Essential Qualifications
• 5 good GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics
• Degree related subject
• QTS Status
Essential Experience
• Be an excellent teacher demonstrating enthusiasm and a commitment to education
• To have taught either A-Level Literature, A-Level Language or A-Level Media for at least 2 years.
• Have experience of building and sustaining effective relationships with colleagues
• Have experience of leading strategies with impact to improve the progress of students post 16.
• Have experience of enriching the learning opportunities of students beyond the classroom
• Have confidence and competence in using student achievement data appropriately, to support students and therefore make timely interventions that have a long-term impact
• Have the ability to hold honest, supportive and challenging conversations
• Have knowledge and experience of recent relevant pedagogical developments
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Have demonstrably high professional standards
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues within the English Learning Area to ensure all students within the Academy receive outstanding teaching
• Have a willingness to contribute and lead the CPD of colleagues
Essential Skills and Attributes
• Be passionate about English
• Have a willingness to make a commitment to support the success of colleagues.
• Possess a good sense of humour.
• Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values.
• Have the ability to work under pressure.
What the school offers its staff
SAFEGUARDING
St Wilfrid’s C of E Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- MPS/UPS, plus TLR2a - £3,527
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
-Cycle to Work Scheme.
-R&R available for an exceptional candidate
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.