Class Teacher - The Discovery Academy part of Alpha Academies Trust
The Discovery Academy, Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: January 2026 | Class Teacher| Actual Salary (£32,916 - £51,047) | Applications from both experienced and ECTs are welcome | Whole Year
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Class Teacher to work in our newly opened SEN Resource Provision, Aspen Hollis. This will be the 1st Secondary SEN Resource provision in Stoke-On-Trent! The provision will cater for up to 16 children who have an Education Health Care Plan for Communication and Interaction Needs and provide a nurturing space for personalised learning enhanced with some mainstream lessons.
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.
At the heart of everything we do is an unremitting desire for our students to become successful and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to our academy and the wider community. To do this, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners.
Our Purpose
At the Discovery Academy our purpose is that we are committed to "delivering ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success". As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students.
Why Discovery?
The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent. It boasts a £21 million building with world class facilities, including extensive sport and recreation areas.
The Benefits Of Working For Our Trust
The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 28.68%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme.
We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported.
We’re Disability Confident!
Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
How To Apply
We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child’s life and inspire others. We want a community that thrives on Ambition, Respect and Resilience in a culture of belonging.
To apply, visit our website's vacancies page at https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/. Click on 'Explore Available Opportunities,' find the vacancy you wish to apply for, and simply click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page.
Closing Date for this Post: Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 9:00am
Interview Date: Wednesday 15th October 2025
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