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This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of Companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high-quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

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Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer.

Teacher of Drama

Full-time, Part-time, Permanent | Closing Date: June 3, 2026

Salary: MPS/UPS

Start date: September 2026 or January 2027

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and highly effective Teacher of Drama who is passionate about inspiring young people and securing excellent outcomes across the full age and ability range. The role is permanent and can be part or full-time.

The successful candidate will join a well-established, well-resourced and highly collaborative department, who deliver Drama at KS3 and GCSE. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, contributing to a well-sequenced curriculum and supporting strong outcomes for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners. We are looking for someone with strong subject knowledge, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and a desire to continually develop their practice. We offer an excellent opportunity to receive support through the school’s comprehensive ECT and CPD programme.

At Caldew School, we are proud of our improving outcomes and positive academic record. We are committed to building on this success through a relentless focus on high expectations, curriculum coherence and adaptive teaching. As a Teacher of Drama, you will contribute to this work, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards in your classroom.

Applications should be made via TES: https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Closing date: Wednesday 3^rd June

Interview date: w/c 8^th June

References may be sought prior to interview.

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Drama- Post Application Pack

Teacher of English (0.6fte)

Part-time, Permanent | Closing Date: June 3, 2026

TEACHER OF ENGLISH

Salary: MPS/UPS

Start date: September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and highly effective Teacher of English who is passionate about inspiring young people and securing excellent outcomes across the full age and ability range.

The successful candidate will join a well-established, well-resourced and highly collaborative department, which delivers English at KS3, and English Language and English Literature at GCSE and A Level. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, contributing to a well-sequenced curriculum and supporting strong outcomes for all students.

At Caldew School, we are proud of our improving outcomes and positive academic record. We are committed to building on this success through a relentless focus on high expectations, curriculum coherence and adaptive teaching. As a Teacher of English, you will contribute to this work, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards in your classroom.

See our website for further details. Applications should be made via TES:

https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Closing date: Wednesday 3^rd June

Interview date: w/c 8^th June

References may be sought prior to interview.

Downloads

English- Post Application Pack

Pastoral Manager

Part-time, Permanent | Closing Date: June 8, 2026

Hours: 32.5 hrs per week

Weeks: 38 weeks term time + 3 INSET days + 2 additional days’ hours outside term-time eg evening meetings.

Starting Salary £24117 (including holiday pay)

Start: 1^st September 2026

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Pastoral Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and committed professional who is enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the lives of young people and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

At Caldew School, we take pride in the quality of our pastoral care and the supportive environment we create for our students. We are now looking to strengthen our team with someone who shares our commitment to student well-being and success. The Pastoral Manager will play a key role in promoting students’ well-being, personal development and academic progress through high-quality pastoral support. You will work closely with students, families, teaching staff, support teams, and external agencies to build a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment.

Working under the guidance of the Head of Year, you will support students within a designated year group, helping them navigate challenges, make positive choices, and thrive both personally and academically.

If you are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of our students and making a real impact within a supportive school community, we would like to hear from you.

Closing Date: Midday Monday 8^th June 2026

Interviews: Friday 12^th June 2026