RE and English Teacher Excellent Secondary School in Dudley September Start

Are you a versatile educator with a passion for both the written word and the big questions of existence We are seeking a dedicated RE and English Teacher to join a high-achieving secondary school in Dudley. This is a full-time permanent position starting in September perfect for a practitioner who enjoys a varied timetable and thrives in a school that values academic breadth.

The Opportunity

• Role: Teacher of Religious Education & English

• Start Date: September

• Location: Dudley

• Salary: MPS/UPS (M1 to UPS3)

• Contract: Full-Time Permanent

School Information

This Dudley-based school is recognized for its Excellent standing and its commitment to developing well-rounded articulate students. The school provides a vibrant environment where both the Humanities and English departments work closely together.

• Highly Supportive Leadership: You will join a staff body backed by a leadership team that is utterly committed to professional growth. They offer personalized support and a clear induction program to ensure you feel at home across both departments.

• Culture of Professional Learning: The school prioritizes a culture of openness and honesty. They are dedicated to helping teachers develop their potential through tailored CPD while maintaining a strong focus on a positive work-life balance.

• Academic Rigour: The school has a strong track record of success at GCSE with a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking empathy and sophisticated communication skills.

The Role and Responsibilities

This role is for a teacher who can move seamlessly between analyzing a Shakespearean sonnet and debating complex ethical and theological issues.

• Dual-Subject Delivery: Deliver engaging lessons in both English and RE across KS3 and KS4. You will be responsible for helping students master linguistic analysis and critical evaluation of worldviews.

• Curriculum Integration: Work within two collaborative departments to share resources and best practices ensuring that your teaching in one subject informs and enriches the other.

• Student Progress: Track and support the attainment of students across your timetable using data-driven interventions to ensure every pupil reaches their potential.

• Extracurricular Contribution: Actively participate in the wider life of the school potentially supporting debating clubs philosophy societies or literacy initiatives.

Experience and Qualifications

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers looking for variety and ECTs with a strong background in either English or Philosophy/Theology.

• Related Degree: A strong academic background in English Religious Studies Philosophy or a related Humanities discipline.

• Qualified Status: QTS or PGCE is essential.

• Subject Versatility: The ability and confidence to teach both subjects to a high standard with a clear understanding of the different pedagogical approaches required for each.

• Passion for Learning: A genuine desire to inspire students and a commitment to maintaining high standards of behavior and academic achievement.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position will be paid to scale MPS/UPS.

• Access to high-quality professional development and trust-wide networking.

• A supportive and friendly staff room culture with a team-first mentality.

• A manageable timetable that respects the planning requirements of a split-subject role.

• Modern facilities and well-resourced departments in a historically rich Dudley setting.

Application

If you are an RE and English Teacher ready to make a significant impact in an excellent Dudley school this September we would love to hear from you.

To be considered for this position please submit your application through as soon as possible. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.