Classroom Teacher of English - Maternity Cover at Maiden Erlegh School

Location:

81 Crescent Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SL
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Contract Type:
Fixed Term.

Salary: £32,916.00 – £51,048.00 annually (actual). MPR/UPR based on experience.

Start Date:

September 2026.

We are seeking to appoint a Classroom Teacher of English for a fixed‑term maternity cover at Maiden Erlegh Trust. The role offers an opportunity to deliver highly effective teaching within a collaborative Trust environment, ensuring all students make strong progress, achieve high academic standards, and experience a safe, purposeful, ambitious learning environment.

• Plan, resource and deliver highly effective English lessons in line with Trust frameworks and schemes of work
• Inspire and motivate students to engage positively in their learning and achieve high academic standards
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress, inform planning and close attainment gaps
• Maintain high standards of behaviour for learning and contribute to a safe and purposeful classroom environment
• Act as a form tutor, supporting students’ personal development, attendance and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support student progress
• Contribute to curriculum enrichment, including trips, visits and wider learning opportunities
• Uphold Trust policies including safeguarding, behaviour, assessment and reporting requirements
• Participate fully in appraisal, professional development and wider school life

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Has strong subject knowledge in English and a passion for teaching the subject
• Demonstrates the ability to deliver high‑quality teaching and secure strong student outcomes
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring all students, including those with SEND and disadvantaged students, achieve their potential
• Has effective behaviour management skills and the ability to create a positive learning environment
• Communicates effectively with students, colleagues and parents
• Is organised, reflective and committed to continuous professional development
• Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school and Trust

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions and auto‑enrolment into the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive professional development programme through the Maiden Erlegh Institute and annual conference
• Hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles
• Well‑being support, including free flu vaccinations and eye tests
• Employee assistance programmes and mental health first aid support
• Perkbox access to discounts and wellness resources

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.