This role will suit either newly or recently qualified, enthusiastic and aspirational teachers or those with excellent practice who wish to share their expertise and make a difference. The contract is initially for one year as maternity cover, with the potential to be made permanent.

 The academy offers a bespoke CPD and coaching programme, which is evidence informed and grounded in the latest research. 

 The successful candidate will:

• ·         Be dedicated to the local community and motivated to work with all stakeholders to enrich the lives of our students
• ·         Accept their professional obligation to continually improve their practice
• ·         Be hard-working, will welcome feedback and have a positive mind-set
• ·         A team player who recognises the importance of collaboration
• ·         Work tirelessly to instil the highest standards of behaviour and virtues in our students

The English Faculty is a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking department, driven by passionate and dedicated practitioners. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of teaching and learning. We believe that English holds a unique and vital role in shaping the lives of our learners, and we are dedicated to raising the attainment and progress of every student.

We foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for both staff and students, working together to ensure consistency across the faculty. Our shared vision enables all students to make meaningful progress and cultivates a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Our diverse and challenging curriculum exposes students to the most influential ideas from some of the greatest minds. Carefully designed to build on prior knowledge, it strengthens students’ understanding of key concepts and vocabulary from Year 7 through to Year 11. At Key Stage 3, students explore a broad range of texts—from Charles Dickens to Alice Walker—laying a strong academic foundation for success at GCSE and beyond. We follow the AQA specification for both GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature at Key Stage 4.

Reading and writing sit at the heart of our teaching, with a wide range of assessment strategies, including comparative judgement, used to support every student in achieving their full potential. At Key Stage 3, we use No More Marking to ensure consistent and accurate assessment of students’ written work.

Reading, writing, and oracy sit at the heart of our teaching. We are developing a strong oracy strategy within English using Talk for Writing to help students articulate ideas clearly, deepen understanding, and improve the quality of their written responses. A wide range of assessment strategies, including comparative judgement, are used to support every student in achieving their full potential. At Key Stage 3, we use No More Marking to ensure consistent and accurate assessment of students’ written work.

We are proud to work collaboratively with the English TCAT Trust, sharing best practices and resources to enhance teaching and learning. To further support student progress, we use Century Software and Sparx Reader for homework, providing personalised learning pathways and fostering independent study habits.

The Faculty Leader oversees four TLR post-holders responsible for Quality Assurance, Student Progress Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring cohesive leadership across all key stages. Our team of fifteen English specialists, including a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, is dedicated to supporting the academic progress and personal growth of every student.

This is an exciting time to join our department as we continue to innovate and refine our curriculum, assessment practices, and extra-curricular opportunities, while making sustained progress in our examination results year on year. We are deeply committed to celebrating the power of English and strive to instil a lasting love for the written word, all while upholding the school’s core values of kindness, resilience, reflection, and community participation.

 The successful candidate will be a hardworking teacher who is fully committed to being the best practitioner they can be so they can make a difference to the students at The Sutton Academy.

This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.  The Sutton Academy is committed to equal opportunities.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.