Teacher of English

Overview

Teacher of English - Fixed Term

Location:

Hawkley Hall High School, Carr Lane, Wigan, WN3 5NY

Salary: MPS / UPS

Contract:

0.8 FTE, Fixed Term

Start date:

April 2026 (or sooner, if available)
Closing date: 6 February 2026

Hawkley Hall High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our thriving English department on a fixed term basis.

Hawkley Hall High School is a high-performing, oversubscribed secondary school in Wigan and a part of The Rowan Learning Trust. We pride ourselves on our strong learning culture, collaborative ethos and commitment to professional development. Our school was rated Good in all areas by Ofsted in November 2024.

• Teach English up to KS4
• Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum
• Monitor and support student progress and development
• Contribute to raising standards of attainment
• Participate in curriculum development and departmental planning
• Engage in pastoral responsibilities as a form tutor

• Essential:
  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Essential:
  Ability to teach English up to KS4
• Essential:
  Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for English
• Essential:
  Excellent classroom management and teaching skills
• Essential:
  Commitment to professional development and teamwork
• Desirable:
  Ability to teach an additional subject
• Desirable:
  Previous experience as a middle leader

• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership
• Access to high-quality CPD, including NPQs
• Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
• A caring and inclusive school environment

Please submit an application form and supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4) to  We warmly welcome visits to the school. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact Charlotte Harrison (PA to the Headteacher) on or email

Hawkley Hall High School and The Rowan Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

Hawkley Hall, Carr Lane, Wigan, WN3 5NY

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Headteacher:
Mr P Mc Kendrick
Ofsted Rating:
Good