Interviews will be week of 9th November 2026.
About the role
“Ashton Community Science College is a Good School”. (Ofsted 2023)
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding teacher of English who will:
•Be an excellent classroom practitioner
•Be ambitious to raise attainment and achieve positive outcomes for all students
•Have a strong commitment to engaging students of all abilities
•Be innovative and inspirational in their classroom delivery
•Have a strong desire to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school
This is an exciting time to join our school community. We are a close school family and each of us works hard to make Ashton an incredible place to work. Under the current leadership, the English department have worked collaboratively to embed an enriching, well-sequenced, five-year curriculum that develops and consolidates the key concepts and skills over time. As a result, English have demonstrated success in securing positive outcomes for pupils. If you are successful in your application, you will be joining a department that is well placed for continued success.
The English department consists of seven staff members, including the Head of English and the Second in Department. Each member of the team brings a wealth of experience while remaining open to fresh ideas and engaging in reflective practice. Teachers benefit from bright, modern, well-equipped classrooms. Additionally, the department has access to a class set of iPads, enhancing the use of up-to-date digital technology in lessons. The department staff collaborate closely, continually reflecting on their practice and offering each other support both formally and informally. They are forward-thinking, innovative, and embrace change and new approaches.
We are seeking an English teacher to join this dedicated team: someone who shares their passion for enhancing student experiences and achieving outstanding outcomes for all. As a teacher in our school family, you will be expected to maintain the high standards that have been established within the English department.
As a classroom teacher, you should also be committed to securing positive outcomes for the pupils that you teach, and you should possess the passion and desire to inspire learners and make a positive difference to the lives of young people.
We would welcome applications from classroom teachers who have an enthusiasm for their subject and want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. They should have an interest in a wide range of teaching and learning approaches, be reflective and proactive in improving their own teaching practice and should enjoy working as part of a team.
If you believe that young people deserve nothing less than the best and you have the passion, drive and ambition to make a difference as a teacher in a key subject area, you would be a welcome addition to our school family. Start date: Easter or as soon as possible.
We are offering:
•Professional challenge and support as a member of our school family
•High-quality CPD opportunities
•Friendly, committed staff and students
•A well-resourced department
Application documents are available to download in the vacancies section of the school website http://www.ashtoncsc.lancs.sch.uk/job-vacancies
Should you choose to apply then please ensure that the application form is completed fully. A CV is not required.
Supporting statements should be no longer than 2 sides of A4, 12-point font, font style Century Gothic, and should address how your teaching style and approach would further raise standards and secure positive outcomes for all pupils.
Applications should be submitted electronically by 9am Wednesday 4th November 2026 to HR@ashtoncsc.com.
Please note we regret we are unable to contact individual applicants who may be unsuccessful at this time. Interviews will be week of 9th November 2026.