POST TITLE: Teacher of English
SCHOOL: Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School
LOCATION: Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset
CONTRACT TERM: 1 Year Fixed Term to Cover Absence
HOURS OF WORK: Part Time (0.4 FTE)
START DATE: Immediate Start Possible, start date flexible.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of English (0.4FTE) to join our Language & Communication Faculty. We are currently seeking a passionate and creative teacher to deliver Year 7 and Year 8 lessons that inspire a love of English and reading among our pupils. You will be responsible for delivering English lessons in line with our curriculum, have experience of teaching across a range of topic areas whilst ensuring high standards of teaching and learning are maintained which allow your learners to flourish.
Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School, part of the Wessex Learning Trust, is situated in the beautiful rural Cheddar Valley in Somerset, drawing our pupils from the surrounding villages. We currently have 593 pupils on roll. Candidates are warmly invited to contact the school and arrange a discussion with the Headteacher to explore any aspects of the role in more depth.
(Potential to combine with current Teacher of IT vacancy as a full-time role for the academic year)
Candidates will need to demonstrate:
• An outstanding teacher (or an ECT aspiring to be an outstanding practitioner).
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge.
• Organised and have excellent communication skills.
• Innovative, creative and enthusiastic – able to encourage pupils to achieve their potential.
What we can offer:
• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free
phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust
• Eligible for Local Government Pension Scheme
As a member of the Wessex Learning Trust, we work collaboratively and believe in empowering our staff to grow and take the lead. Across all our schools, we work together, share staff – and share expertise.
To apply for this position, please complete a teacher application form, (available on
The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of the Headteacher, Mr M Drew. Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th September 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Date: Monday 29th September 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible
If you do not receive an interview invitation by Friday 26th September 2025, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Hugh Sexey C of E Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.