Salary:                                ECT / MPS / UPS

Contract:                          Full Time, Permanent

Location:                           Corby Business Academy

Closing Date:                 Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 9:00am 

Interview Date:            Wednesday 15 April 2026

About the Role

You will oversee the planning and implementation of schemes of work, enabling students to attain their optimum potential in the subject.  As an effective communicator, your collegiate approach will inspire colleagues to work collaboratively towards achieving these outcomes.  You should also be keen to play a full and inclusive role in the wider life of our school community and be able to contribute to the development of our school both pastorally and through co-curricular activities.

The depth of experience and expertise within our department means that we are equally as comfortable in developing and supporting recent graduates or new entrants to the profession as we are in welcoming more experienced teaching colleagues to the team. The key elements we require are a real subject specialism and enthusiasm for the role. 

Over the past few years, we have collaborated as a department to create a curriculum that is knowledge-rich, challenging and diverse, with a focus on exposing our students to a variety of traditional and modern literature, whilst also preparing them for the wider world. Our curriculum is something that we are incredibly proud of, and as a member of our team your subject knowledge would be valued to help support the development of this further.

Also, our department has experienced exciting growth in KS5 recently, with our sixth form cohorts increasing year on year, and students gaining offers from Russell Group universities to study English. As the intake for KS5 increases, so does our ability to develop members of our team and create several specialists in A Level. Recently, we carried out our first international trip in English, where KS5 students explored the city of Paris to support their study of a set text anthology. As a team, we wish to continue to develop the enrichment opportunities we have for our students, therefore this is an exciting time to join us.

As a member of the English department at Corby Business Academy, you will be working in a supportive, professional environment, where there is a shared vision of academic rigour and continued development for both staff and students. Whether an experienced teacher or an ECT, your voice will be listened to, and an opportunity provided to contribute to our ongoing development as a department.

About Corby Business Academy

Corby Business Academy is a school committed to providing the very best for the community it serves. We have already undergone significant change in recent years under new leadership and our goals for further development remain ambitious. We work relentlessly in providing a high quality broad and balanced curriculum with stimulating learning experiences for all our students. This is underpinned by our strong sense of common purpose that is palpable in the Academy’s day to day operation. We aim to actively encourage students to participate in all areas of academy life, motivating and inspiring them to unlock their potential and realise their ambitions. Our staff have an uncompromising commitment to this and work closely with one another to support and develop students as well as one another.

In April 2023 the Academy was judged to be GOOD in all areas by OFSTED, who highlighted that:

“Leaders have brought about significant improvement at this school.  They focus on providing an ambitious curriculum for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and / or disabilities (SEND)”.

“Leaders have raised their expectations of pupils’ behaviour and conduct, which is having a positive impact. Pupils behave very well in lessons. During lesson changeover times and at breaktimes, the school is calm and orderly”.

“Parents and carers are positive about the education their children receive. One view shared by many was, ‘My child has thrived, been supported, encouraged, cared for and listened to at this school”.

The Benefits at Brooke Weston Trust that we can offer you:

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• One wellbeing day a year, in addition to your annual leave
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, covering high street supermarkets, days out and holidays, health and beauty, dining out plus lots more
• A freshly prepared breakfast and hot or cold lunch each day when you work in one of our Trust schools
• Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your role requires you to be a member of a professional body, BWT will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Your Care, an independent, external organisation. Your Care is available for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, both face to face and online
• Additional health benefits including a Health Care cash plan and access to an online GP
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing opportunities for training and development and access to the BWT Centre for Professional Development
• Collaborative and Ambitious colleagues with the support of a committed team who work to maintain high standards and expectations
• Be the difference – At Brooke Weston Trust we believe every child deserves the best possible start, giving them a "ticket for life." If you want to use your skills with an organisation committed to making a difference and improving lives, this is the place for you

 

About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 30 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston Trust staff have access to first class professional development through our Centre for Professional Development, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School Hub.

How to Apply

If you think you can contribute in this role and to our organisation we welcome your application!

Further details about the Academy, the above position and details of how to apply can be found by telephoning 01536 303120.  

Safer Recruitment

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.

A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection.

The Trust’s position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy – Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy.