Teacher of English – Full or Part Time

Full Time / Part Time Permanent
  • Apply by: 21 October 2026
  • Suitable for ECT/NQTs: Yes
  • Full Time / Part Time
  • Permanent
  • Urban Rd, Altrincham WA15 8HT
  • MPR / UPR (Pay rates will be updated once agreed by the Government)
  • Shrewsbury
  • Start date: January 2027
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Phase: Secondary with sixth form / Role: Teaching / Lecturing
Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College

Teacher of English – Full or Part Time

Required for January 2027

Salary: MPR/UPR

We are an 11-18 Catholic College with 1,600 students on roll, including 248 in the Sixth Form. GCSE and A level results have been consistently excellent over several years and we are determined to make ourselves an exceptional educational provider. Our college is highly popular with parents/carers, and we are oversubscribed every year.

We are seeking an exceptional English teacher who doesn’t just teach literature – but brings it to life. This is your opportunity to join a thriving department where your creativity and dedication will directly shape the futures of our students. You’ll work alongside ambitious colleagues in a college that invests in your professional growth and values innovation in teaching. We maintain high standards of achievement whilst providing outstanding pastoral care – a community where both students and staff truly thrive. We’re looking for someone with genuine passion for English – someone who makes Shakespeare accessible, poetry powerful, and writing purposeful. You’ll bring creative approaches to engaging students aged 11-16, with unwavering commitment to ensuring every student makes progress. This isn’t just another teaching job – it’s your chance to inspire and be inspired.

We welcome applications from ECT’s and more experienced candidates

The successful candidates will have:

  • A love of their subject
  • A sound and detailed knowledge of English
  • The ability to inspire, engage and enthuse students
  • We offer:
  • A supportive and committed college family
  • Continuous Professional Development and formation
  • Ambitious and hardworking staff and students

To Apply:

The job description and application forms are available on the college website:

https://www.bthcc.org.uk/vacancies

Applications must be made using the CES application form

Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role

Completed application forms should be sent to: recruitment@bthcc.org

Closing date for applications is:      10.00 am on Wednesday 21st October 2026

Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) online/social media checks may be undertaken for shortlisted applicants.  An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment clearances, for the successful applicant.

To apply for this job please visit: www.bthcc.org.uk.

Please mention catholicrecruitment.co.uk when applying.

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