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KS2/3 Teacher of English

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£32,916 - £51,048 per annum, depending on relevant teaching experienceCloses: 2 Nov
Gosforth East Middle School
Harewood Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 5JT


Fixed Term Maternity cover from 1st January 2027 to 30th November 2027 or upon the return of the substantive post holder

We are seeking an outstanding candidate to teach English in KS3. The successful candidate will plan and deliver outstanding lessons, inspire students and actively contribute to the English department and wider school.

We are looking for an innovative English teacher with excellent subject knowledge, who can enthuse, engage and motivate young people at all levels, and contribute fully to our team. NQTs and experienced candidates are invited to apply. An additional TLR responsibility may be available for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate.

If you are motivated by working in a supportive environment and you have the talent, tenacity and passion to deliver, we hope you will consider applying for this role. Interviews will be held the week beginning 9th November 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received, and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates and close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

The school is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks.

Application packs and further information are available from: Mr N Adcock, Headteacher, Gosforth East Middle School, Harewood Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 5JT upon receipt of a large SAE (please note that school will be closed from Saturday 24th October until Monday 2nd November and will be unable to post out application packs during this time) or available to download from the school’s website at www.gosfortheast.newcastle.sch.uk.  Applications can be emailed to admin@gosfortheast.newcastle.sch.uk or posted to the address above.

Closing Date: 4:00pm on Monday 2nd November 2026