Teacher of English (Fixed Term)
Plympton Academy, Plymouth, Devon, PL7 2RS14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
27 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
13 January 2026
Job details
Job role
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- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: FT Teacher Contract
Contract type
- Fixed term - 7 Months
Pay scale
- £33,280 - £52,000
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are excited to invite applications for a high-quality Teacher of English to join our thriving team at Plympton Academy on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated practitioner to join a committed and supportive English department and play a key role in delivering an outstanding English education. You will inspire, challenge, and engage students of all abilities, fostering a love of language and literature while supporting learners to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will be a creative and dynamic teacher with high expectations for both achievement and behaviour. You will be confident in delivering a stimulating curriculum up to Key Stage 5, using innovative approaches in both physical and digital learning environments.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified Teacher of English with the ability to teach up to Key Stage 5
- Is passionate about teaching and learning, with a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates good or outstanding classroom practice
- Plans and delivers engaging, inclusive, and challenging lessons
- Has high expectations for themselves and all students, ensuring every learner achieves their very best
- Is committed to the wellbeing and success of every child
- Is an aspiring leader of learning, keen to embrace exciting CPD opportunities
- Actively contributes to the values, ethos, and ongoing development of the school
In return, we offer a welcoming and collaborative working environment, a strong focus on professional development, and the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
For further details about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We look forward to receiving applications from enthusiastic and committed teachers who share our ambition for excellence at Plympton Academy.
What the school offers its staff
At Plympton Academy we believe in inspiring a culture of success for all, including our staff. We have a strong culture of staff development and support - high quality CPD, based on research and evidenced best practice, which is prioritised and supported through a tailored coaching programme.
We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free, teachers can teach and students’ can focus. As a result, we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning, are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success.
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and the South West.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.
Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:
- Think about their Thinking
- Be their Best self
- Shape their Success
In this way we transform life chances
What our Trust will offer you:
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
- Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
- Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
- Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
- Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at Plympton Academy.
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today!
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.
To arrange an informal conversation please contact Fay Carder by email:Fay.Carder@plymptonacademy.tsat.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Applying for the job
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About Plympton Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1078 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Plympton Academy website
- Email address
- Fay.Carder@plymptonacademy.tsat.uk
At Plympton Academy we believe in inspiring a culture of success for all, including our staff. We have a strong culture of staff development and support - high quality CPD, based on research and evidenced best practice, which is prioritised and supported through a tailored coaching programme.
We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free, teachers can teach and students’ can focus. As a result, we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning, are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success.
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