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Teacher of English - Castle Rushen High School

22 April by Department of Education, Sport and Culture

Full Time (38 hrs/wk)

Reference ID: DOES-021545
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £41,075 to £52,489 per annum
End Date: 5 May 2025

Job Description

About the role

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of readers, writers and critical thinkers?

As a committed and inspirational Teacher of English at Castle Rushen High School, you will join a friendly and supportive team with a strong track record of delivering excellent outcomes and helping students achieve their full potential.

If you can offer a second subject, even better - but it’s not essential. Whether you're experienced or an Early Career Teacher, you'll be welcomed into a school that values collaboration and invests in its people, with dedicated classrooms and resources that enable effective planning and high-quality teaching. With principles of Opportunity, Care, and Quality shaping everything we do, you’ll find an inspiring and collaborative workplace where your contribution truly matters.

If you are passionate about teaching and eager to support our mission, we would love to hear from you!

A workplace that invests in you

  • A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
  • Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, you will be offered two pensions arrangements: the Teachers Superannuation scheme or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) arrangement.
  • If you are returning to the island and have participated in the Department’s Student Loan scheme for tuition fees, the loan will be repaid by the Department upon completion of your second year working as a teacher at one of the island’s schools. The repayment is subject to a maximum of £7,500 for a three year degree course or £10,000 for a four year degree course, and the requirements detailed in the Teacher Loan Cancellation Policy.
  • If you are an Early Career Teacher, you will receive payments of £2,000 at the beginning of your first and second school years in teaching, following the completion of the ECT induction period (2 years).
  • Financial support to get you, your family and your belongings, including one motor vehicle to the Isle of Man. We will pay 70% of any removal or storage costs incurred.
  • Help to pay your rent/mortgage while you settle in with a housing allowance up to £500 per month over 2 years.
  • If you are relocating to the Isle of Man, you will receive financial help towards the costs of visiting to the Island to view housing and to visit your new school. You are eligible to receive up to £325 each for you and your partner and, if applicable, £140 each for up to 2 dependent children.
  • A subject shortage allowance of up to £500 a month for a maximum of 8 months if you are offered a permanent position in a Maths, English or Science teaching position (without TLR).
  • For those returning to the island after graduating from university, you will receive a refund on your national insurance contributions during the first 12 months of your employment, up to £4,400.
  • Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
  • Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
  • Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
  • Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors through the ACTIV8 scheme.
  • You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.
  • Free on-site car parking.
  • A relocation package based on receipts is available for this role.

    • Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

    We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

    We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

    The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

    Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

    Things to note

    A enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

    Ready to apply?

    We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [email protected].

    To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.

    Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at [email protected].

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    Job Posted by Department of Education, Sport and Culture

    +44 1624 685808
    Thie Slieau Whallian, St John's, Isle of Man, IM4 3AS

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