English Teacher

Full Time, Permanent MPS/UPS – September 2025

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational and highly motivated Teacher of English to join our dedicated team of English teachers with a track record of exceptional results. This post is for a permanent full-time position from September 2025. Applications from ECTs are welcome, and the school is able to offer a supportive induction programme. The successful candidate will be working within a friendly and supportive team situated in a modern, purpose-built English block with excellent facilities.

Our school is highly successful and oversubscribed, with EBacc entries well above the national average, and successful results for students, whether they are disadvantaged, SEND or Gifted and Talented. We value the development of the whole child, and encourage students to take part in a wide range of co-curricular activities. Outdoor education is very popular with our students, and we usually have a large proportion of Y10 participating in the Bronze DofE award, with many progressing to the higher awards. We also run a range of trips each year, both abroad and in the UK, culminating in a popular 'activities week' at the end of the year.

Norton Hill is part of the Midsomer Norton School Partnership (MNSP), a growing Multi Academy Trust where Norton Hill has a reputation for innovation in teaching & learning and leads the way on secondary English strategy, including curriculum, assessment, monitoring and intervention.

Successful applicants will:

• Have an infectious passion and enthusiasm for their subject
• Be committed to exceptional standards of teaching and learning
• Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve their best
• Establish and develop excellent relationships with students and staff
• Help maintain outstanding results in the English department
• Contribute to our core vision and values

 We can offer you:

• A school with outstanding behaviour and safety for all
• Excellent facilities for teaching and learning
• Leading Edge professional development to support and improve your leadership skills in preparation for further promotion
• An emphasis on core traditional values of good manners, engagement and high academic achievement

Norton Hill serves Midsomer Norton, Radstock and the surrounding rural area where there is an abundance of attractive and affordable housing. The school is on the edge of the Mendips but close to Bath, Bristol, Frome and Wells.

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we find a suitable candidate.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025

Interviews: To be confirmed