English Teacher

Acer Academy, Salford, Salford, M5 5DP

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  21 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  1 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main/Upper Pay Scale
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance (£2,787)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified English teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience of contributing to the development of an English curriculum with a strong interest or experience in SEMH and ASD education
• Has a calm, compassionate and consistent approach to managing behaviour
• Is reflective, adaptable and motivated to make a difference
• Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Values professional development and is keen to grow within a forward-thinking setting

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A brand-new school with excellent facilities and small class sizes
• A supportive, experienced leadership team and committed colleagues
• Regular professional development and coaching opportunities
• A relational, inclusive ethos where staff wellbeing is valued
• The opportunity to help shape the future of an ambitious, growing school.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Acer Academy is a new specialist SEMH and ASD school (opened September 2025) with outstanding facilities and a strong commitment to inclusive, relational education. Acer Academy is currently in a growth phase – where the school’s cohort increases each year during the first three years of opening.

As part of the school’s growth, we are seeking a passionate, reflective and resilient head of subject for English to join our team and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing environment where relationships, structure and consistency underpin every aspect of learning. Our teachers deliver a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of our learners, helping them to achieve academically, socially and emotionally.

Key responsibilities

• Take a strategic approach to the development of the English curriculum to produce: schemes of learning and lesson resources (for non-subject specialists).
• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of learners with SEMH and ASD
• Create structured, predictable classroom environments where pupils feel safe, respected and ready to learn
• Implement relational and trauma-informed approaches to support emotional regulation and engagement
• Maintain high expectations for learning, behaviour and personal growth
• Use assessment to track progress, identify gaps and inform future teaching
• Utilise assessment data to inform curriculum planning and appropriate subject interventions.
• Promote the A.C.E.R. values –Always try your best, Care for yourself and others, Emotional regulation, Ready to learn
• Work closely with pastoral, inclusion and therapeutic staff to ensure joined-up support for every pupil
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, building positive home–school relationships
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment, celebration and teamwork

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Acer Academy, Salford

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• School size: Up to 64 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Email address: enquiries@aceracademy.uk
• Phone number: 0161 464 3533
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/acer-academy-salford

Arranging a visit to Acer Academy, Salford

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@aceracademy.uk.

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