Job Description

Salary

United Learning Teacher Pay Scale (dependant on experience)

Contractual hours

37.5

Basis

Full Time

Region

Blackburn

Job category/type

English

Date posted

01/09/2025

Job reference

REQ003842

Teacher of English

Location: Accrington Academy

Salary: United Learning Teacher Pay Scale (dependant on experience)

Contract type: Full time, Permanent

Closing Date: 30th September 2025

Start Date: January 2026

Do you want more pay?

Do you want more t

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me? Do you want more support?

If you answered yes, then this could be the opportunity that you've been waiting for......

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled Teacher of English to join our vibrant and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to teach an engaging curriculum, inspire a passion for learning and help pupils achieve their full potential. This opportunity is open to experienced qualified teachers and early career teachers looking to start their career in a supportive environment.

We're seeking an exceptional classroom practitioner who:

Inspires a love of literature and language, bringing creativity and passion into the classroom Delivers consistently high-quality teaching, with a proven track record of improving student outcomes Sets high expectations for all learners, fostering ambition and resilience Builds strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families, contributing to a positive and inclusive school culture Embraces innovation and reflective practice, always striving to improve and develop Supports the wider life of the school, including enrichment and co-curricular opportunities Is committed to equity and excellence, ensuring every student--regardless of background, thrives.

We can offer you:

More pay:

As part of United Learning, we pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector. We offer access to a health cash plan which gives you money back on essential healthcare, from opticians to physiotherapy, and guarantees you 24/7 access to an online GP. Access to Westfield Rewards, unlocking a wide selection of discounts and cashback opportunities with leading retailers and service providers across travel, entertainment, fashion, and dining. A key advantage of the programme is the cashback feature, which helps members save even more on everyday spending.

More time:

All our academies start every term with an additional INSET day set aside for your own planning (in addition to the usual five INSET days - giving you eight in total); At least one guaranteed paid personal day each year, to use as you want; and we offer opportunities for flexible working.

More support:

We provide high quality training and development for every stage in your career; Every staff member benefits from a personal development plan to support your progression and aspirations; We give you access to a high quality curriculum with excellent resources and provide support from expert subject advisers; We offer access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, providing support from legal and financial to family and housing and access to free counselling and other wellbeing support.


If this sounds like a role you would be interested in, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to arrange a tour of the Academy or if you have any questions about the role please contact the Principal's PA, Sandra Chadburn on sandra.chadburn@accrington-academy.org