Breckland School Address: Brandon, Suffolk IP27 0PE Salary: MPR/UPR: £32,916 - £51,048 FTE Hours: 0.4 FTE Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2026 Reference: 8575 Breckland School is seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of English to join our team of passionate and driven subject specialists. We are looking for a colleague who is proactive, confident to try new methods and reflect on how they can improve. A person who wants to share their experiences with and learn from their colleagues at a time of positive change in the department, and who will put our students and their best interests at the heart of their teaching. At Key Stage 4 we enter students for the AQA GCSE over a two-year KS4. At Key Stage 3, we are implementing an exciting new curriculum which celebrates a wide range of texts drawn from the traditional canon to newly published literature from a diverse range of authors. Our curriculum aims to develop a love of reading and writing, an excellence in communication skills and a detailed understanding of the power of language, both through the skill of analysis and the joy of creative writing. There are opportunities to develop and plan collaboratively in our supportive team as we continue to develop and enhance our curriculum. If you want to work in a supportive, progressive department, where you can teach your passion, and where your contributions are sought and valued, we wish to hear from you. You can view a full list of requirements and further information about the school and trust in the candidate pack on our website. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply as we may be able to support you in any areas for development or we may have alternative roles that are a good fit for you. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. At Unity Schools Partnership our objective is to smash through barriers to make remarkable change happen. We pride ourselves on being an educational organisation that puts children first, going the extra mile for the vulnerable and disadvantaged, and every one of us has an impact on unlocking our students’ potential. We are committed to providing a working environment where our employees can grow and thrive. We value collaboration, wellbeing, diversity, equality and work-life balance. Throughout our diverse family of schools and within our vibrant central hub we nurture talent, whether you are at the beginning of your career or looking to grow your expertise. To find out more Please read the Job Description (pdf) We would encourage applicants to arrange a visit to our school, please email Gemma Price, Assistant Headteacher on gprice@brecklandschool.co.uk or call the school reception on 01842 819501. For more information, please visit our website How to apply To apply, please visit our website Closing date: 1 pm, 23 March 2026. Interview date: week commencing 23 March 2026. Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our career’s website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site. We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Unity Schools Partnership – welcoming diversity. In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination. We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.