Teacher of English

Bedford High School

Manchester Road

Leigh

WN7 2LU

Qualified Teacher Pay Scale

Full Time

Required for September 2026

Do you want to inspire, challenge and make a difference?

Do you want to work at a school where staff thrive and students flourish?

Do you want to teach English in a school where relationships matter, where wellbeing isn’t just a slogan, and where teachers genuinely enjoy coming to work?

At Bedford High School, English is central to our ambition to help every young person discover, develop and demonstrate their potential. We are looking for a teacher who shares that passion. We recognise that developing a love for reading is one of the most effective ways to raise attainment as it is the master skill that unlocks the academic curriculum. But more importantly, we know that reading for pleasure is the key to a successful life. Therefore, it is vital that our students read for pleasure and, in order to promote this, we have one dedicated reading lesson a week at KS3. We are very lucky to have a recently renovated library, which has been transformed into a bright, modern, welcoming haven for students to read, to study and to discuss literature with friends.

The English Faculty is a great team: we are collaborative, innovative and very supportive of each other. Within the team, we have a strong mix of experienced and early-career staff, creating a supportive environment where all teachers can continue to develop and flourish through shared guidance and collaboration.

We are passionate about the young people in our care and we have high expectations for each and every student. Our curriculum is rich, engaging and challenging, using high quality texts to develop students emotionally, culturally, socially and spiritually. Evidence-based teaching is at the heart of our pedagogy thus ensuring quality first teaching and learning occurs in all lessons.

We recognise that developing a love for reading is one of the most effective ways to raise attainment, as it is the master skill that unlocks the wider curriculum. More importantly, we believe that reading for pleasure plays a vital role in shaping successful, well-rounded individuals. Therefore, it is essential that our students develop positive reading habits. To support this, we provide a dedicated reading lesson each week at KS3. We are also fortunate to have a well-resourced, welcoming librarya bright and modern space where students can read, study, and engage in discussion about literature with their peers.

We have a record of strong results and are very proud of our successes, including our 2026 English outcomes, with 83% of students achieving grades 94 and 29% achieving grades 97.

Do you want to join a school where staff feel valued, supported and proud of what they achieve together?

Here’s what sets us apart:

A Warm, Supportive English Team

You’ll join colleagues who collaborate daily, celebrate success and share a mission to provide an exceptional experience for every learner.

A Values-Driven Culture

Our ethos Work Hard, Be Respectful, Take Responsibility guides everything we do. It creates calm classrooms, purposeful learning and a community built on mutual respect.

A School That Truly Invests in Staff

We offer high-quality CPD, coaching, mentoring and leadership development. Our staff retention is strong because colleagues feel supported, trusted and appreciated.

Wellbeing Comes First

A dedicated wellbeing hour, Mental Health First Aiders, family-friendly policies and a culture that actively protects worklife balance.

A Curriculum That Encourages Depth & Curiosity

Our curriculum is rich, engaging and challenging, using high quality texts to develop students emotionally, culturally, socially and spiritually. Evidence-based teaching is at the heart of our pedagogy thus ensuring quality first teaching and learning occurs in all lessons.

And most importantly, you’ll feel the difference the moment you walk through the door.

As one colleague shared:

“I’m very happy here and feel respected and looked after.”

Who are we looking for?

A teacher who loves English and wants to share that enthusiasm with young people. A teacher who builds strong relationships and creates inclusive, inspiring lessons. A teacher who embraces our core values and contributes positively to school life. A teacher who wants to keep developing professionally and personally. A teacher who believes every child can achieve with the right support.

Whether you’re early in your career or experienced, if you’re passionate about teaching English and want to feel part of a strong team, we’d love to hear from you.

So, come and see us we warmly encourage visits. You’ll get a feel for our culture, meet our team and see first-hand why Bedford is such a rewarding place to teach.

Ready to apply?

Please complete our application form (we do not accept CVs) and send it to:

recruitment@bedford.wigan.sch.uk

For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact us at the same address or visit our website: www.bedfordhighschool.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming the next member of our Bedford family to Team Bedford.

Closing date: Wednesday 29th April 2026 at 9am.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

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