Job description
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and ambitious Teacher of English to join our dynamic English Department in Dorset’s top-performing school.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the learning and development of students across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. You will join a supportive and forward-thinking department committed to curriculum excellence, high-quality teaching and learning, and securing the very best outcomes for all students.
Our students are motivated, hardworking and eager to excel, creating a positive and purposeful learning environment. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspiring English teacher with strong subject knowledge, a passion for literature and language, and the ability to engage students in challenging and rewarding learning experiences. You will encourage students to think critically, communicate confidently and develop a lifelong love of reading and writing, while nurturing their creativity, curiosity and analytical skills.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers. A comprehensive programme of support, mentoring, and professional development is in place to ensure all staff thrive.
Join us and be part of a school where staff are valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their best.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
The Woodroffe School
Foundation school · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 978
- Avg teacher salary
- £50,185
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.8:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3LX
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- Fixed term or temporary
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 23 October 2026
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026
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