40 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    ASAP

  • Closing date

    3 September 2025 at 9am

  • Date listed

    21 July 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

English

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£21,731.00 - £33,902.00 Annually (Actual) UQT

Reading Recovery Teacher (Unqualified) job summary

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

OSCA is a welcoming academy which is moving from strength to strength. We are an Academy where people want to come and work and study. We have new and well-equipped learning spaces. We are becoming increasingly the academy of choice in our community and are full and oversubscribed once again.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Unqualified Teacher (or an experienced HLTA would be considered) who holds a degree or relevant qualification and is keen to join a dedicated team of staff striving to raise standards through developing outstanding learning and teaching as a reading recovery lead. They will work across our THRIVE centre and English Department. OSCA prides itself on teamwork, passion and drive, and applications are welcome from candidates with a similar philosophy. You will have seen from our vision and values we are TEAM OSCA and we are looking for a strong, confident and knowledgeable unqualified teacher or HLTA who will bring a passion for reading alive here at OSCA.

All teaching staff are expected to make a significant and sustained contribution to the core purpose of the academy – ensuring all students achieve their full potential, taking a significant role in promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning through a rich curriculum and within a vibrant, high challenge, low threat, fully inclusive learning environment.

Are you the inspirational unqualified teacher we are looking for?

We are seeking an outstanding candidate to join TEAM OSCA. You will have:

  • A flair for innovation in learning and teaching
  • A compelling educational vision and the ability to motivate students

About Ormiston Academies Trust

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, your work will have 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 – being part of 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

Please submit your application by the closing date of Sunday 3rd September 2025 and please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

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.
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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

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About Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary
School size
1159 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
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