Teacher of English

Holbrook Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2QX

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Summer term 2026

• Closing date

  16 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  26 February 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,351.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of English job summary

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated English teacher who strongly believes that every child, no matter their circumstances, can achieve outstanding outcomes. You will be an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher with strong subject knowledge, a commitment to inclusive practice, and the ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons. Strong classroom management, high expectations and excellent communication skills are essential. The English department prides itself on being dynamic, supportive and willing to go the extra-mile for our students.

The successful candidate will teach across the age and ability range (Key Stages 3 and 4), planning and facilitating engaging lessons that stretch and challenge students. The position would suit an experienced candidate or an early careers teacher. Knowledge of AQA English Language and Literature is desirable.

You should:

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a commitment to supporting students to achieve their full potential.
• Be a committed team player with high levels of professionalism and the desire to develop and enhance your teaching to ensure inspirational lessons are delivered for our students.

In return we can offer you:-

• A competitive salary, in line with nationally agreed terms and conditions.
• A free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site gym facility.

Please note: If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

About us:

Holbrook Academy, part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST), is situated on the outskirts of Ipswich in the village of Holbrook, with easy access to the A12 and A14. The school remains as ‘Good’ across all aspects following a monitoring inspection by Ofsted in June 2024.

Both our Academy and East Anglian Schools Trust are committed to supporting pupils and staff alike. Providing pupils with the highest-quality education is of the utmost importance but we recognise that in order to achieve this, teachers and staff must be properly supported with strong leadership, a climate of trust, and ongoing CPD opportunities.

For more information, please visit: www.holbrookacademy.org

Visits to the school are welcome. If you would like to arrange a visit please Sarah Beazley, PA to the Headteacher, on 01473 328317 or sarah.beazley@holbrookacademy.org

EAST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share and adhere to this commitment. DBS checks required for all posts.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Farlingaye High School, Kesgrave High School, Bungay High School, Castle East School, EAST SCITT and other primary schools including Wickham Market, Easton, Leiston, Kyson, Aldeburgh and Saxmundham with whom we work closely.

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

We 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. DBS checks required for all posts.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Holbrook Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 593 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holbrook Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holbrook-academy

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