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  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    25 February 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    10 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Subject

English

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £52,308.00 Annually (Actual)

Secondary Teacher - English job summary

Join Our Dedicated Team - Inspire Young Minds and Shape Bright Futures

As Secondary Teacher of English you’ll join the team at South Pennine Academiesbecoming part of a friendly and committed staff team. You’ll play a key role in positively impacting young people’s outcomes as a strong communicator, a team player, and have a genuine passion for education, at one of our Secondary Academies.

Join Our Dedicated Team at South Pennine Academies

Are you a passionate and experienced Secondary Teacher of English with the drive to inspire and motivate students? At South Pennine Academies, we’re seeking an exceptional teacher to join our supportive and enthusiastic team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ academic success and well-being, while working in a vibrant and collaborative environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Secondary Teacher of English to bring their expertise and energy to our school. You’ll share our passion for empowering students to reach their full potential and be part of a team that works together to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

What we’re looking for:

  • A teacher with great attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons.
  • Someone with excellent time management skills and the ability to manage their own workload effectively.
  • A professional who can demonstrate and promote our core values, both in and out of the classroom.
  • A flexible individual who is willing to go the extra mile to support student learning and achievement.
  • A teacher who is committed to their own professional development, staying up-to-date with best practices and innovations in education.

In return, you’ll receive:

  • Wellbeing Benefits: Access to physiotherapy, 24-hour GP helpline, cancer support, stress management services, and weight management programs.
  • Employee Pension to support your long-term financial security.
  • Flexibility Days: Two paid days off during term time for life events.
  • Health Benefits: A free annual flu vaccine to keep you feeling your best.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme for a healthy commute and lifestyle.
  • Free Will Writing Service to assist with planning your future.
  • Personal Development: Access to dedicated training and professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • A Supportive Senior Leadership Team that fosters an encouraging and collaborative environment.

If you are looking to join a school that values teamwork, growth, and student success, we’d love to hear from you!

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on SPA Applications. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your SPA application form.

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.

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 South Pennine Academies

Type
Multi-academy trust
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