Overview
Work Smarter. Live Better. Join the 4-Day Working Week. English Teacher position at Smallbrook School, Shrewsbury, SY4 3HE.
Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.45am - 4.30pm
Salary: Up to £42,000.00 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: March 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
Outcomes First Group is committed to wellbeing and a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, offering 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay. Many of our schools have already implemented 4DWW, with others joining soon. This is a key opportunity to join the team.
About the Role
Smallbrook School is growing, and we invite a passionate, creative English Teacher to join our community in Shrewsbury. You will deliver engaging, imaginative English lessons that spark curiosity, build confidence, and unlock learners’ potential. You will contribute to shaping and developing the English curriculum and help drive excellence across the school. You will work within a supportive, collaborative team to raise aspirations and uphold high standards.
Main Responsibilities
* Deliver a broad, balanced, and inspiring English curriculum aligned with the school’s vision and values.
* Provide leadership and direction within the English subject area, supporting its ongoing growth and success.
* Motivate and challenge students to achieve their full potential within a positive and inclusive learning environment.
* Share best practices and contribute to the professional development of colleagues, strengthening teaching and learning across the school.
* Monitor and support students’ academic progress and personal development within the subject area.
* Play an active role within the curriculum team, promoting collaboration, innovation, and high standards.
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
* Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for English
* The ability to inspire, engage, and motivate learners of all abilities
* A commitment to raising achievement and creating meaningful learning experiences
* Experience in subject leadership or curriculum development is desirable, but not essential
* Full UK Driving Licence
About Us
Smallbrook School is an outstanding co-educational specialist school in Shropshire for pupils aged 7–18 with SEMH, autism, and complex needs, currently increasing capacity from 50 to 80 students. We provide a therapeutic, nurturing environment with small classes and personalised support to help students reengage with learning. A broad curriculum, including vocational training, develops academic, social, and life skills for future success.
As a part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. In 2025 Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Life Assurance, Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, and a Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) including:
* Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Discounts (UK and international)
* Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to fair, thorough and efficient recruitment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All stages of the compliance process are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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