Teacher of Foundation Skills
Ormiston Sudbury Academy, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 1NW22 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
5 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Part time, full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS
Teacher of Foundation Skills job summary
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
We are seeking to appoint a talented and dedicated Teacher to support in developing the skills required to succeed in English and Maths to students who have gaps in their knowledge. You must be flexible and have a passion to develop and deliver high quality learning experiences for all the students you teach. If this is you, please apply to join our team of talented staff from September 2026.
We welcome applications from teachers at any stage in their teaching career, regardless of experience, we will provide you with the necessary professional development and support to enable you to be a great teacher at Ormiston Sudbury Academy.
About the Academy
At Ormiston Sudbury Academy, we are passionate about the education, care and development of young people. First and foremost, we support and challenge our students to find and fulfil their academic potential. We want every student to leave with the best set of qualifications they can attain. Pastoral care is a great strength of the school and the values of kindness and respect that staff model are instilled in the students. Our academy is a caring environment in which students and staff make use of high-quality learning opportunities to develop their maximum academic, moral, social and spiritual potential. We are committed to developing equality of opportunity for all. We seek to continually improve and to work not simply harder but more effectively, as individuals and with others.
This is an exciting time to join our team of staff who are working together to improve student outcomes and continually develop themselves as professionals. The science faculty aims to inspire students to understand the world they live in through learning. You will be joining a supportive team and delivering a well-resourced curriculum. In 2028 we will be moving into a brand-new school building.
We can offer you;
- a range of CPD opportunities to support professional development inside and outside the classroom.
- a self-driven approach to professional growth.
- a range of evidence-informed strategies to support teaching and learning inside the classroom.
- a consistent approach to behaviour which ensures learning is not disrupted.
- a welcoming staff community.
- a range of staff benefits including; discounts at major retailers through Vivup, access to a contributory pension scheme and a staff advice and counselling service.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
About you
In order to succeed in this role, you will;
- be a skilled teacher of English, Reading and Maths to at least KS2 level, with an understanding of effective pedagogical approaches.
- be passionate about leading successful learning in your classroom.
- be knowledgeable about the in class adaptations that support the success of students with SEND.
- be keen to build on the existing extra curricular provision.
- be organised and have an eye for detail
In return, we can offer you;
- a range of CPD opportunities to support professional development inside and outside the classroom.
- a self-driven approach to professional growth.
- a range of evidence-informed strategies to support teaching and learning inside the classroom.
- a consistent approach to behaviour which ensures learning is not disrupted.
- a welcoming staff community.
- external leadership/NPQ opportunities, including supporting masters’ applications and aspiring senior leader’s development programme.
- a range of staff benefits including; discounts at major retailers through Vivup, deposit free car leasing, cycle to work scheme, access to a contributory pension scheme and a staff advice and counselling service.
- And, from Spring 2028, a brand new school building.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mrs S Morris, Principal, via email at contact@ormistonsudbury.co.uk or by calling 01787 375131.
If you would relish the opportunity of working with us in our supportive and stimulating professional environment, then we would welcome your application.
Please apply before the closing date stated above. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
Ormiston Sudbury Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
All the academy policies can be found here: https://ormistonsudburyacademy.co.uk/key-info/policies
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
OAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the expectation is that all staff will share this commitment. Therefore, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS and barred list check.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ormiston Sudbury Academy
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 679 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Ormiston Sudbury Academy website
Ormiston Sudbury Academy is based in the market town of Sudbury, which is in the southwest of Suffolk, near the Essex border. It has been part of OAT for over 10 years, joining the trust in September 2012. The school is an 11-18 co-educational academy with just over 700 students. The number of students who are eligible for pupil premium funding is slightly above the national average. Students’ ability on entry is historically lower than the national average and attainment and progress remains a key improvement priority for the school moving forwards. Ormiston Sudbury Academy has a reputation as a caring, community school where students thrive.
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