English Teacher - Maternity Cover

English Teacher – Maternity Cover

Full Time
Required: January 2027

Inspire confidence. Build curiosity. Make a difference through English.

The Blandford School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join our successful and supportive English department on a full-time basis to cover maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced teacher or someone at the beginning of their career to join a collaborative department where colleagues share resources, ideas and expertise. You will have the opportunity to teach English across the secondary key stages, supported by established schemes of learning, high-quality resources and clear routines.

Above all, we are looking for someone who enjoys teaching English, believes in the potential of every student and wants to be part of a positive and ambitious school community . While the post is initially advertised as a maternity cover due to other expected staffing movements a permanent position may be available in the future.

Why The Blandford School?

The Blandford School is a popular and successful 11–18 comprehensive school with high aspirations for every student. We were judged Good in all areas at our last inspection, and our students achieve above national averages and progress to a wide range of exciting destinations.

We believe that great schools are built by great people. Our staff are inspirational, committed and supportive of one another, and we work hard to create an environment in which both students and colleagues can thrive.

Located in the beautiful county of Dorset, the school benefits from excellent modern facilities and an enviable location, approximately 30 minutes from the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth and 40 minutes from the New Forest National Park.

What you can expect from us

We are committed to helping our staff develop and enjoy their careers. We offer:

• A supportive, welcoming and forward-thinking English team
• A strong commitment to your professional development and career progression
• An excellent evidence-informed CPD programme
• Opportunities for coaching, mentoring and regular professional dialogue
• A successful programme of support for Early Career Teachers
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and manageable working practices
• Established curriculum plans, resources and routines to support your teaching
• Excellent modern facilities
• Free onsite parking
• An onsite canteen available to staff throughout the day
• Opportunities to get involved in the wider life of the school and to socialise with colleagues

About you

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Can teach English effectively across a range of secondary key stages
• Has a genuine enthusiasm for English and can share that enthusiasm with young people
• Has high expectations for every student , regardless of their starting point
• Builds positive relationships and creates a purposeful classroom environment
• Is reflective, open to new ideas and keen to continue developing their practice
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to the continued development of the department and wider school

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and those new to the profession.

Come and meet us

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to find out more about the school and the English department before applying.

To arrange a visit or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Dan Tovey, Head of English,

Closing date: Monday 19 October 2026

The school reserves the right to interview suitable candidates prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Safeguarding

The Blandford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references and other appropriate safeguarding checks. Online searches will also be undertaken in line with the guidance contained within Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

All applications must be made using the relevant application form.

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