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Teacher of English - Maternity Cover

Job details
Posting date: 02 June 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 18 June 2026
Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8AZ
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: f13d29b6-66c7-45fe-90c4-aae536b73766

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives –and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint an English Teacher to cover maternity leave for one term within the department.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver English to Key Stages 3/4 and 5. They will have a passion for the subject and be interested in helping develop English across the school.

ECTs are welcome to apply for this position and will receive excellent support.

What the school offers its staff

John Taylor High School prides itself on its results and reputation for excellence. As a successful Teaching School hub, SCITT and Research School, John Taylor High School prides itself on being able to offer a wealth of developmental and leadership opportunities for staff.

If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust, which is committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.

If you want to discuss this role, or wish to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Letren, by emailing a.letren@jths.co.uk or telephoning 01283 247800.

Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@jths.co.uk. Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Further details about the role

Closing date: 9am Thursday 18th June 2026
Selection/Interview: Wednesday 24th June 2026

CVs will not be accepted. Please complete the JTMAT Application Form.

Commitment to safeguarding

John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying. Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application

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