Teacher of English
About This Role
Purpose
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our dedicated English department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and ambitious department.
The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner with sound subject knowledge and a love for teaching English. This could be an ideal role for an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to further their career in an ambitious and creative environment.
Principle Accountabilities:
To achieve success, the post holder will:
- Plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons, that inspire, challenge and engage pupils
- Create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment where all pupils can achieve their potential.
- Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using assessment information to inform teaching.
- Adapt teaching to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to share good practice and improve outcomes for pupils.
- Undertake pastoral responsibilities and contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, educational visits, events and undertake the role of base tutor.
Other:
- Enhanced DBS clearance (process lead by the Trust).
- Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
- To display integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload.
- To be able to prioritise effectively.
- Right to work in the UK.
For a confidential discussion, to arrange a tour or for more information about the role, please contact Miss Amy Townson on HR@swracademy.org
Please complete the Trust’s application form, on My New Term. In compliance with Safer Recruitment Guidelines CV’s will not be accepted.
Dates and Timeframes
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 11th October 2026
Shortlisting: Monday 12th October 2026
Interview Dates: TBC Week beginning 12th October 2026
Please find Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Safeguarding, Disability & Accessibility, Data Protection and Fluency Duty information on the attached Candidate Information Pack