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We can offer the opportunity to teach in a “happy, inclusive and caring school”.
“The school’s ethos is built on warm and respectful relationships between staff and pupils”. Where “Staff feel valued and empowered.”
Quotes from recent “Good” Ofsted Nov 23.
The postholder will be responsible for the delivery of English at KS3. You will work closely with our Head of English and this post offers excellent opportunities for you to develop your leadership skills and further your career.
We are an 11-16 Academy in Somerset, serving the town of Yeovil and the surrounding villages. Westfield is an oversubscribed and successful school with a good reputation. This is due to our reputation as a child centred organisation that has exemplary behaviour and an unmatched pastoral system that puts the welfare of students and staff at its core.
We can offer you:
•A chromebook for each member of the teaching staff
•A committed and supportive leadership team, teaching and support staff
•A stable and caring school community with well behaved, motivated and delightful students
•A pleasant, green site with outstanding facilities
•A school that has teachers’ professional autonomy as a key priority.
•A strong vibrant staff social ethos for example with a staff choir, staff steel pan band, five a side football
We are looking for people with:
•A passion for learning and teaching and an ambition to develop their own practice
•The ability to inspire students to attain the highest possible outcomes
Job Description:
Main Purpose of Job
1. Under the direction of the Head of English, be responsible for the development and delivery of the English curriculum at KS3.
2. Deputise for the Head of English in their absence.
3. Contribute to the strategic leadership and development of the school as a whole as part of the middle leadership team.
4. Be accountable for the performance of students in examinations.
5. Contribute to the personal development education of all students at Westfield Academy.
Main Responsibilities & Duties
6. Be responsible for aspects of KS3 Curriculum delivery within English
7. Be responsible for aspects of English
8. Deputise for the Head of English in their absence
9. Contribute to the strategic development of the Department
10. Be accountable for the performance of students in examinations
11. Contribute to the strategic leadership & development of the school as a whole as part of the middle leadership team
12. Provide suitable CPD for team members so that they can teach English to the full ability range
13. Be responsible for all aspects of learning and teaching within the team
14. Monitor the work of the team
15. Problem Solving and Creativity
Further details about what each of these responsibilities entail can be found in the application pack via the link to our website.
Qualifications:
16. Essential
A degree in English
Qualified teacher status
A proven track record of success against targets in English
17. Desirable
Higher degree or similar
Knowledge
18. Essential
Uses effective learning and teaching strategies
Uses strategies to promote good student relationship, attendance and behaviour
Has knowledge and understanding of the new curriculum initiatives or willingness to obtain these where appropriate
Good understanding of effective safeguarding procedures
19. Desirable
Has knowledge and understanding of developments with English
Leadership and Management Skills
20. Essential
Ability to develop the talents and potential of all students and colleagues
Ability to communicate effectively and foster good relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community partners
Ability to use evidence to make decisions and prioritise actions
Evidence of commitment to safeguarding children
21. Desirable
Budgeting
Evidence of successfully leading a team
Evidence of fostering positive relationships
Experience
22. Essential
Effective classroom practitioner
Has collaborated with other staff to develop initiatives
Has worked successfully with students of all abilities
Record of raising achievement
23. Desirable
Evidence of positive impact on achievement beyond own classroom
Work as a marker, moderator or examiner for a GCSE exam board
To see the full person specification, please see the application pack on our website.
If you wish to discuss the role further or have a preliminary visit please contact to do so.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 5th February 2026 9:00am
Interviews will take place on the week commencing 9th February 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Thursday 5th February 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025).