Second in English
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northants
Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range plus TLR 2b
Full time
Required for September 2026
Inspire the writers, thinkers, and storytellers of tomorrow—join our English team. Be part of a supportive English department at an Academy that champions creativity, ambition, and strong relationships. Inspire students to read widely, write confidently, and think critically.
About the Role
The role of Second in English will support the leadership of the department by helping to shape the curriculum, drive high‑quality teaching, and raise standards across all key stages. You will work closely with the Head of English to model excellent practice, mentor colleagues, and ensure that lessons are engaging, inclusive, and ambitious. Through contributing to strategic planning, monitoring progress, and supporting whole‑school literacy, you will play a key role in inspiring students to develop strong communication skills and a love of English.
Key priorities for the role include:
· Teaching across all Key Stages; Key Stage 5 experience desirable
· Supporting the ongoing development and reshaping of departmental resources
· Analysing student progress data and contributing to strategies that support student achievement
· Supporting the planning, implementation and dissemination of assessment and intervention strategies to support student progress
· Working closely with the Head of Department to support curriculum development and teaching and learning across the department
About the Department
You will be joining an ambitious and experienced team of English teachers with a wide range of strengths and expertise, supported by a strong culture of collaboration, mentoring and professional growth. The department has a proven track record of developing trainee teachers and early career teachers, and offers opportunities for subject crossover through links with Film and Media. Staff benefit from a commitment to ongoing professional development and a well‑established, continually evolving bank of teaching resources. The department greatly benefits from the new school library, dedicated librarian supporting reading culture and curriculum enrichment.
Colleague statements:
“We are a warm and welcoming team who care deeply about our students and about sharing a genuine love of English.” — N. Carnell, Head of English
“The English department is a supportive and collaborative team with a strong foundation of shared resources. We work closely together and are united by a passion for developing our students and our subject.” — H. Johnston, Second in English
About the School
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy is an 11–18 mixed secondary school and Sixth Form, located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The Academy has a strong reputation for academic success and consistently achieves outcomes above national averages.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged the Academy to be Good overall, with Outstanding personal development and sixth-form provision.
Staff at Hatton benefit from:
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- Working with a diverse community of colleagues across the Academy
- Employee Wellbeing Support
- Flexible & Supportive work environment
About the Trust
We are a family of schools committed to outstanding education and improving life chances for every child. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, integrity, and ambition, with a clear focus on inclusion and high expectations.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving Academy where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to develop professionally. We are looking for a teacher who shares our ambition to provide exceptional education and who is excited to contribute to a department that continues to grow, innovate and inspire students.
For more information, or to arrange a visit, please contact Alastair Mitchell, Co-Principal on mitchella@hattonacademy.org.uk To apply for this post, please go to:
https://www.hattonacademiestrust.org.uk/working-for-us/vacancies/
Closing date for receipt of applications: 9am on Tuesday 14th April 2026
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Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.