About this role
Required for September 2026
We are looking to appoint a specialist English Teacher. The successful candidate will be, or if an ECT, have the ability to become, an inspirational classroom practitioner and there is a comprehensive induction programme in place to support new staff.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who can inspire students and will deliver high-quality teaching, contribute to curriculum development, and foster a love of learning within English. All teachers have their own classrooms, with a laptop and projector.
Frederick Gough School has been the most oversubscribed school in North Lincolnshire for the last ten years. Ofsted (Nov 2023) described our school as truly comprehensive where pupils are happy, kind and respectful and where teachers and leaders are proud to work. We genuinely believe in education being the key to ensuring a successful society for the future and would ask that you read our curriculum intent on our website as well as other key documents to get a feel of what we are about. We are proud of our values and positive culture and have attached some of the additional benefits of being part of the Fred Gough Family.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect applicants to have the same commitment. For all applicants there will be an enhanced DBS check including children’s barred list information. It is an offence for anyone barred from working with children to apply for this position.
Further details are available from the school and interested candidates are welcome to visit the school by appointment in advance, to meet with the Deputy Head, Elizabeth Silvester, esilvester@fgs.org.uk
The closing date for applications is noon on May 18, with interviews to be held on May 21.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a safer recruitment, self-disclosure form and submit it prior to interview. References will be obtained prior to interview and an online se