About this Role
We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for teaching, with experience of teaching English across KS3 and KS4. This is a full-time maternity cover position from April 2026. We are open to applications from candidates looking for part time hours, please detail this in your application.
At Cowes Enterprise College, we’re not just educators, we’re mentors, guides, and champions of lifelong learning. Our mission is clear: to nurture a love for learning and equip our students with the skills they need to thrive in life beyond the classroom.
Cowes Enterprise College is a successful and happy school with strong outcomes. At Cowes Enterprise College, our mission is clear: to educate for life. We are dedicated to developing a love of learning in our students and preparing them for the future, whatever it may hold. Our students’ limitless potential drives everything we do, and our purpose is to guide, support, and inspire them to reach their goals.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
*The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
*Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
*Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
*A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
Why Choose Cowes Enterprise College?
We can offer you:
*A supportive community dedicated to professional development and staff wellbeing.
*Access to a wider range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
*Guidance, advice and support from both departmental and senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all our students.
*Automatic pay increments unlinked to targets.
We are keen to ensure that we support the physical and mental wellbeing of our staff, we offer access to an employee advice service which provides information, helpful resources, and a counselling service. Discounted membership is available for local leisure facilities which include a gym. Staff are able to access travel discounts for ferries and we provide eyesight tests for VDU users and annual flu vaccinations. A discount programme provided by an Ormiston Academies Trust for all staff. Staff are provided with a laptop and many have their own classrooms. We have free parking on site, and we also ensure that tea and coffee is available for you during breaktime!