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The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’
We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English to join our friendly, supportive team at Yate Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from September 2026.
About the role:
The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students. The Academy is looking for someone who will form positive relationships with children and their parents/carers, and must also have relevant experience in a similar role with a proven track record.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
2. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/tutor.
3. To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to accelerate with their learning.
4. To contribute to raising standards of student attainment across the school.
5. To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
TEACHING, LEARNING AND STUDENT PROGRESS
6. To undertake a designated programme of planning and teaching across all key stages (KS3, 4 and 5) and to teach consistently high-quality lessons.
7. To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject.
8. To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support.
9. To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and home learning.
10. To lead, monitor and evaluate the assessment and feedback to students in line with whole school and department policy.
11. To follow department monitoring and tracking systems relating to student’s attainment, progress and achievement.
12. To mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required.
13. To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, curriculum areas and school procedures.
14. To assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students and to keep such records as are required.
15. To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology.
16. To liaise with the relevant pastoral leaders to ensure the implementation of the Student Support system.
17. To prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role.
18. To follow the school policies and procedures.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
19. To continue personal development in the relevant areas, including subject knowledge and teaching methods.
20. To engage actively in the Performance Management process.
21. To participate in whole school professional learning programmes.
22. To take part in the staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development.
About the School:
At Yate Academy, we have built our ethos on a strong set of core values which underpin everything that we do. Our aim is to give students at Yate Academy a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.
Resilience, leadership and citizenship run through all aspects of school life.
About Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We can offer you:
23. Professional development and career progression
24. Generous pension scheme
25. Blue Light Card
26. Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
27. An Employee Assistance Programme
28. Gym Discounts
29. Free eye tests
30. Cycle to work scheme
31. Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 12th May 2026. The role is due to commence from September 2026. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Safeguarding Statement
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.