Teacher of English

Minerva Learning Trust is a growing multi-academy trust committed to providing an outstanding education for students from a wide variety of backgrounds across Sheffield and Derbyshire. Founded in 2014, Minerva Learning Trust has expanded to a thriving family of schools, including primary, secondary, sixth form, and a unique post-16 provision. We have a strong track record of school improvement, successfully transforming schools from Ofsted ratings of RI and Inadequate to GOOD.

Netherthorpe School is a popular 11-18 school in Staveley, Chesterfield. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4. Experience teaching at KS5 is also desirable, as the department offers A Levels in English Language, English Literature, Film Studies and Media Studies. You should be committed to student progress, be passionate about teaching and learning and have the ability to inspire young learners with innovation, challenge and engagement. You will be joining a dedicated, hard-working and enthusiastic team who are committed to working together to produce resources, share innovative ideas and approaches to the teaching of English.

Candidates are requested to indicate whether they are interested in a permanent or fixed term contract, or flexible to consider either, within their application form. Completed applications should be emailed to https://vacancies@netherthorpe-mlt.co.uk by the closing date.

The closing date is at 9am on Friday 15th May 2026 and interviews will take place on Wednesday 20th May 2026.

Candidates are encouraged to visit the school or have an informal discussion about the role with Mr M Crawford. Arrangements for this can be made by contacting L Jordan Head's P.A. via LJordan1@netherthorpe-mlt.co.uk

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment, further information can be found in our child protection and safeguarding policy on our statutory information page on our website Statutory Information - Minerva Learning Trust. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In line with KCSIE, the trust/school will be carrying out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of their due diligence.

Please ensure that you do not fill in a Local Authority application form in respect of this vacancy, ONLY MINERVA LEARNING TRUST APPLICATION FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please provide telephone numbers and email addresses for yourself and referees.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4. Experience teaching at KS5 is also desirable, as the department offers A Levels in English Language, English Literature, Film Studies and Media Studies. You should be committed to student progress, be passionate about teaching and learning and have the ability to inspire young learners with innovation, challenge and engagement. You will be joining a dedicated, hard-working and enthusiastic team who are committed to working together to produce resources, share innovative ideas and approaches to the teaching of English.

Minerva Learning Trust is a growing multi-academy trust committed to providing an outstanding education for students from a wide variety of backgrounds across Sheffield and Derbyshire. Founded in 2014, Minerva Learning Trust has expanded to a thriving family of schools, including primary, secondary, sixth form, and a unique post-16 provision. We have a strong track record of school improvement, successfully transforming schools from Ofsted ratings of RI and Inadequate to GOOD.

Netherthorpe School is a popular 11-18 school in Staveley, Chesterfield. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.