Subject Lead - English

Stone Lodge Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 9HW

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  4 June 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  29 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time: 1 FTE – Permanent
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR
• Additional allowances:

  + SEN allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Stone Lodge Academy, Ipswich
• 1FTE–Permanent
• Salary: MPR/UPR+ SEN Allowance
• Commencing September 2026/January 2027

We are seeking a dedicated Teacher of English to join our team in Ipswich, delivering engaging lessons across KS2, KS3 and KS4. For a strong candidate, there is an opportunity to take on Subject Lead responsibilities, supporting the development of English across the provision.

You will work with students with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and additional needs, adapting teaching to meet diverse abilities and delivering a mix of 1:1 and small-group support. A strong understanding of literacy development, including KS2 curriculum and phonics, is desirable.

The role involves working closely with parents, colleagues and external professionals to promote academic progress, confidence and emotional regulation in a nurturing environment.

QTS and SEND experience are essential. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in English education and for students with SEND, we encourage you to apply.

What the school offers its staff

• Membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Fundedsubjectcoursedevelopment for yourrole
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities

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

SENDAT Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment checks will be required for all of our staff at SENDAT.

Applying for the job

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CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Stone Lodge Academy

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 5 to 16
• School size: 173 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Stone Lodge Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/stone-lodge-academy

Arranging a visit to Stone Lodge Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk.

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