The Piggott School - Teacher of English
The successful candidate will be required to teach English to KS3 and KS4. The ability to teach English Literature or Language at KS5 would also be desirable. This role is suitable for an ECT.
We wish to appoint a colleague who:
- is an outstanding Teacher of English
- has the flair, energy and ability to bring out the best in young people
- is eager to be a part of a very successful and hard-working department
The Piggott School English Department:
- red ALPS (3) for all GCSE English Language and ALPS (3) for GCSE English Literature– 2025
- achieved (93%) grade 4+ in GCSE English Language and Literature – 2025
- achieved (92%) A*-C in A Level English Language – 2025
- achieved (83%) A*-C in A Level English Literature – 2025
Reducing teacher workload and promoting wellbeing for all remains a priority at The Piggott School. Our vision and values, including love and compassion, permeate all aspects of school life. All staff are provided with CPD and technology to support their professional development.
The school is a mixed all-through Church of England Academy with 1884 on roll near Twyford, between Maidenhead and Reading.
An application form can be found on our website at www.piggottschool.org To apply, please complete a covering letter and application form and e-mail to: vacancies@piggottschool.org. To arrange a visit to the school, please contact Grace Swanborough, Head of English, via email at swanboroughg@piggottschool.org
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance and a 'prohibition from teaching' check will be completed for all applicants. The school reserves the right to close this advert early in the event that sufficient applications have been received.
Closing date: 11am on Tuesday, 14th October 2025
Applications reviewed on receipt.
