Teacher of English Second in Charge

Teacher of English Second in Charge

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• Job Title: Teacher of English – Second in charge
• Employment Status: Permanent
• Working Hours: Term time only, Full time / Part time
• Salary: TMS/ UPS + TLR 2c
• Start Date: Easter 2026 / Flexible
• Location: Blue Coat C of E School, Coventry

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and progressive Class Teacher. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality teaching and learning experiences to a diverse group of students. You will work collaboratively with our dedicated staff to create an inclusive environment that meets the needs of all learners.

• Has Qualified Teacher Status
• Is dedicated to our vision that all children are entitled to a first‑class education.
• Has experience of promoting positive behaviour conducive to learning and focused on raising standards.
• Possesses a genuine belief that all children are equal and celebrates the diversity in our school communities.

All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training, and familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.

Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College is a vibrant and inclusive large comprehensive school in the heart of Coventry. Blue Coat is a Church of England School and this identity is of great significance to us. Our vision is about ‘living life in all its fullness’ and we aim to provide an excellent education which is distinctively Christian yet inclusive of all.

At Blue Coat we place high importance on developing the whole individual: academically, socially and spiritually. At the heart of the school lie our Values:
Care, Hard Work, Respect, Integrity, Servanthood and Togetherness. Through these Values our whole school community can grow together and live life in all its fullness.

A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development.

• A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors
• A focus on staff wellbeing including a network of wellbeing champions and a supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a committed and forward‑thinking team of staff via Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits such as shopping discounts

All applications must be received electronically via our My New Term website.

If you have any queries about the post, please email Aggi Jozwiak – Administration Assistant on

Closing date: 4th January 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 13th January 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced DBS and references. The postholder must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self‑declaration to confirm any (non‑protected) criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering…