Avonbourne Boys' and Girls' Academies are two 11‑16 secondary schools based in East Bournemouth where students share a campus and are taught in predominantly single‑sex classes. When students reach our onsite United Sixth Form, mixed classes are reinstated, providing a seamless progression. The academies enjoy strong links with Avonwood Primary School and work closely within the United Learning Bournemouth and Poole cluster to share best practice and resources.
Disruption‑free teaching is a core promise, supported by a coaching culture that encourages teachers to develop as reflective practitioners. In‑house CPD is extensive and complemented by external opportunities through United Learning and nationally recognised qualifications. Pastoral care is highly regarded, delivered by a team that is both morally driven and effective.
Job details
Salary: Competitive United Learning Pay Scale (£36,400 minimum starting grade)
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 7 th June 2026
Do you want to work at a supportive academy and be part of a team that values your contribution? We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Teacher of English to join our outstanding academies. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a thriving, collaborative English department within a community that prioritises professional growth, academic excellence, and staff wellbeing.
Our work is guided by five core REACH values: Respect, Equality, Ambition, Community, and Hard Work & Determination. These values underpin everything we do, from teaching and leadership to the culture we build for our students and staff.
Since joining United Learning in August 2019, Avonbourne Academies have achieved outstanding outcomes: the Boys’ Academy was rated OUTSTANDING in November 2023, and the Girls’ Academy was rated OUTSTANDING in all categories in October 2024.
Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced teacher looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Requirements
* Excellent Teacher of English, able to contribute to the next stage of development for the department.
* Aligned to our REACH values and committed to modelling these character strengths in everyday practice.
* Understanding of the importance of building character as well as knowledge, helping students become confident, responsible, and resilient.
* Passionate belief that all children can achieve, regardless of starting point, background or needs.
* Able to motivate staff and students.
Benefits
* Exceptional salary, above the maintained sector.
* Enrollment to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
* One personal day each academic year.
* Teaching staff have one flexi period fortnightly.
* Free on‑site car park.
* Access to a health‑care cash plan and rewards scheme after six months of service.
* Disruption‑free learning and a ‘warm‑strict’ behaviour system.
* Collaborative planning with centralised, shared units of work and resources.
* Opportunity to teach up to A Level.
* Feedback policy focused on whole‑class feedback – no onerous marking policies.
* Centralised homework system at KS3 – no marking required.
* Centralised detentions, including homework detentions – no organising required.
* No formal graded lesson observations – just ongoing ‘no‑stakes’ feedback for continuous development.
* Excellent CPD, career development and promotion opportunities across the United Learning Bournemouth and Poole cluster.
* Up to 9 INSET days per year, dedicated to subject knowledge development and planning/resource development.
* A professional progression model that enables a clear route to middle and senior leadership (LP, SLE, etc.).
* A very pleasant location in beautiful Dorset.
Avonbourne Academies are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
NOTE – We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their application as soon as possible.
To apply, please complete the online application form.
For more information about this role or to arrange a visit, please contact recruitment@avonbourneacademy.org.uk.
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 7 th June 2026
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