Teacher of English

King's Lynn Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4QG

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  15 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPR/UPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a skilled and motivated English Teacher to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the academy, contributing to an environment where every pupil can thrive. Whether in administration, operations, pastoral support or specialist services, your work will directly support our mission to deliver the best possible education.

About You

• A calm and clear communicator.
• A good knowledge of safeguarding regulations.
• A positive role model who can build positive relationships with children.
• A dedicated individual, who is hardworking and aspirational for our young people.
• NQTS/QTS Status.
• Good degree in relevant subject area.
• Good understanding of curriculum developments within subject area.
• Ability to use a range of teaching and learning strategies.
• Knowledge of current issues and developments in education.
• Commitment to the Safeguarding Policy and principles of the Academy Trust.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming, professional and supportive team.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A leadership team who listen and value staff feedback.
• Wellbeing and mental health support.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.
• The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Trust.

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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CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About King's Lynn Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 952 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: King's Lynn Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• Phone number: 01553603017
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-lynn-academy

Arranging a visit to King's Lynn Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk.

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