Reports to: SLT Link
Location: Hamstead Hall Academy
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: Maternity Cover| Full Time
Inspire. Challenge. Transform lives.
Hamstead Hall Academy is a diverse, vibrant and inclusive secondary school committed to providing an excellent education for every student. As part of a forward-thinking Trust, we are focused on raising aspirations, delivering high-quality teaching and learning, and ensuring every young person is supported to achieve their full potential.
We are proud of our strong sense of community, high expectations and commitment to continuous improvement. At Hamstead Hall, staff work collaboratively to create a safe, purposeful and ambitious learning environment where students are encouraged to succeed both academically and personally.
Why this role stands out
Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative teaching team
Strong focus on high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development
A school culture built on high expectations, inclusion and respect
Excellent CPD and ongoing professional development opportunities
The chance to make a real impact on student progress and outcomes
Supportive leadership and a commitment to staff wellbeing and development
The role
We are seeking a committed and passionate Teacher to deliver high-quality teaching and learning across your subject area. You will play a key role in ensuring students experience a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum, enabling them to make strong progress and achieve their best.
You will be responsible for planning, delivering and assessing effective lessons, while contributing to the wider life of the academy and supporting whole-school improvement priorities.
Key responsibilities
Teaching, learning and curriculum delivery
Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of all learners
Set clear learning objectives and use these to plan effective sequences of learning
Deliver a broad, balanced and differentiated curriculum
Create a positive, purposeful classroom environment where students feel safe and supported
Use a range of teaching strategies to engage and motivate learners
Use ICT effectively to enhance teaching and learning, including remote delivery where required
Set meaningful homework to consolidate and extend learning
Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with academy expectations
Assessment and progress
Assess students’ progress accurately and use this to inform planning
Provide clear, timely and constructive feedback to support improvement
Track and monitor student progress using academy systems
Identify students who require additional support or intervention
Support students in reflecting on and improving their own learning
Contribute to reporting on student progress to parents and carers
Planning and professional responsibilities
Produce effective short and long-term planning in line with academy policy
Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum development
Support the Head of Department with improvement priorities
Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to enhance learning
Participate in CPD, training and appraisal processes
Attend staff meetings, parents’ evenings and school events as required
Promote the ethos, values and vision of the academy at all times
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher preferably female), who is committed to making a difference.
You will:
Hold a relevant degree in your subject area
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and be eligible to work in the UK
Have experience of teaching in a secondary school setting
Be able to teach up to Key Stage 4 (KS5 desirable where relevant)
Have strong subject and curriculum knowledge
Be confident in classroom management and student engagement
Be committed to high standards, inclusion and equal opportunities
Be a reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional development
What we offer
At Hamstead Hall Academy, we are committed to supporting staff to thrive professionally and personally.
Professional development
High-quality CPD and career development opportunities
Collaborative working within strong department teams
Supportive leadership and coaching culture
Wellbeing and support
Employee Assistance Programme
A strong focus on staff wellbeing and workload consideration
Benefits
Access to Local Government/Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Eye care contributions
Apply now
If you are a passionate teacher ready to inspire learners and make a real impact, we would welcome your application.
Safeguarding statement
Hamstead Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory pre-employment clearances.
Skills and knowledge
- Strong subject and curriculum knowledge
- Understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies
- Strong classroom management skills
- Ability to plan, deliver and assess effectively
- Use of ICT to enhance learning
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
Personal qualities
- Commitment to high expectations and student achievement
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Commitment to equality, inclusion and safeguarding
- Reflective practitioner committed to professional development
Wellbeing & benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous pension scheme
- Retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care contributions
- Health initiatives including flu vaccinations
Safeguarding statement
Hamstead Hall Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory pre-employment clearances.
