Teacher of English - Kingsmead School

Teacher of English

Permanent, Full‑time position.

Salary: MS1 to UPS3 – £32,916 to £51,048 per annum.

Start date:

September 2026 or January 2027.

Kingsmead School in Hednesford invites applications for a Teacher of English to join their vibrant English department.

John Taylor MAT (JTMAT) is a partner academy that believes in the power of education to improve lives and the world. The successful candidate will join our evolving organisation and share our vision for excellence.

• Teach across all key stages, inspiring pupils to become critical thinkers and enjoy the subject.
• Be a highly motivated, skilled, and passionate advocate of English.
• Support the development of pupils’ language and literacy skills.

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Early Career Teacher (ECT) candidates are welcome and will receive excellent support and a bespoke CPD programme.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for teaching and continuous professional development.

• Part of a successful and progressive Trust committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.
• Structured support for new teachers, including CPD and mentoring.

Closing date:
Friday 11th September 2026 at 12 noon. Selection and interview details will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed.

Pre‑employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service, as required for this position.