Teacher of English

Teacher of English Location: Longsands Academy Contract: Full time, permanent Start date: September Salary: MPS Closing date: 12th June Do you have a genuine passion for English and inspiring a love of reading and writing? Are you able to build positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues? Longsands Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English to join our successful department. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching and foster a lifelong love of English across a diverse and ambitious student body. About Longsands Academy Longsands Academy is a successful, fully inclusive 11-18 secondary school at the heart of its community in Cambridgeshire. The academy places academic excellence at the centre of its vision, with high expectations for all students regardless of their background or starting point. We are proud to deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum within a calm and purposeful environment, underpinned by strong values including scholarship, curiosity and tenacity. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, staff benefit from a collaborative culture, high-quality professional development and a shared commitment to improving life chances for every student. Key responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging and challenging English lessons across KS3-KS5 Assess, monitor and report on student progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs Promote high standards of behaviour and establish a positive learning environment Contribute to curriculum development within the English department Support students to develop strong literacy, critical thinking and analytical skills Participate in wider school life, including enrichment and extracurricular activities Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community What we’re looking for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Strong subject knowledge and passion for English Experience teaching in a secondary setting (or strong ECT potential) High expectations of student achievement and behaviour Ability to engage and inspire learners of all abilities Excellent communication and teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students Reflective, proactive and committed to continuous professional development Interested in Applying? If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org . Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI: Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepre