Salary: Main Scale. Full-time permanent role Required from 1st January 2026 ‘Parkside Middle School welcomes everyone. Staff forge great working relationships with pupils and provide high quality pastoral care. Pupils’ behaviour meets the high standards set for them. There is a calm and purposeful atmosphere in classrooms and corridors. Pupils are well mannered. They become confident, articulate young people, well prepared for high school.’ (Ofsted February 2025) Parkside Middle School is a thriving, vibrant, middle (deemed secondary) school for pupils aged 9-13 in the heart of Bromsgrove. We are committed to providing the highest quality of education that enables pupils to excel academically, through the delivery of strong specialist teaching. We pride ourselves on success in developing pupils’ character, so they become socially and emotionally aware, confident young people. We are looking to appoint an ambitious, innovative, expert English teacher with the passion and ability to inspire young people and instil a love of English – recognising its importance as an academic subject, as well as its relevance in perceiving and questioning the wider world. We are looking for an inspirational candidate with proven experience in KS3 (ECT’s are welcome to apply). The ideal candidate will be someone who sets high expectations for children, makes learning enjoyable, ensures that every child is valued and is supported to take opportunities to reach their potential. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to ensure that each unique child has opportunities to interact in positive relationships, whilst embracing the development of all aspects of their learning. The ability to work as part of a team is essential. The candidate will need to demonstrate strong subject knowledge in English and an excellent understanding of teaching, learning and assessment. You will have: Energy, enthusiasm, creativity and talent. Motivation and high expectations for achievement. A desire to make a positive difference to the lives of the pupils, forming strong mutually respectful relationships. Commitment to working as part of a team and in partnership with parents. In return we can offer you: A positive, welcoming and supportive community of ambitious and dedicated staff, children, parents and governors, where respect and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. A modern environment for teaching and learning with access to high-quality resources and innovation in teaching practice A commitment to inclusion, personal development and academic excellence Excellent induction and a strong commitment to your career and professional development. An opportunity to work in a school that is part of a secure pyramid of schools, working exceptionally closely with feeder first schools and high schools and the Spire Trust Learning Partnership. Employee Assistance Scheme, as part of a strong wellbeing programme Applications must be on official Worcestershire County Council job application forms obtained through the school. CV’s will not be accepted. Informal visits to the school are both welcomed and encouraged, and prospective applicants should contact the Business Manager by email or telephone to request an information pack or to arrange a suitable time for a visit. Email office@parkside.worcs.sch.uk Tel 01527 873660 Web www.parkside.worcs.sch.uk Safeguarding statement: Parkside Middle School an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and the PREVENT strategy and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. There is an expectation that all staff are committed to the promotion of fundamental British values. The successful applicant will have to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 13th October 2025 Interviews to be held on Thursday 23 rd October 2025