About This Role
Ormiston Horizon Academy is seeking to appoint a Teacher of English to start September 2026. As a teacher at Ormiston Horizon Academy, you will work with the Principal and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that the aspirations and aims of the Academy are achieved.
All teachers will undertake Personal Tutor responsibilities and will receive training and support to ensure success in this area. The Personal Tutor is responsible for managing the pastoral and academic welfare of all members of the tutor group, being the first and regular contact for students, parents/carers and subject staff.
We are seeking a qualified Teacher with knowledge and understanding of national curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4. Excellent safeguarding knowledge of children and young people is essential. The successful candidate will be receptive to change, creative, reflective and analytical.
About The Academy
Ormiston Horizon Academy is an 11–16 co-educational secondary academy school in Chell, Stoke-on-Trent. Our founding values—Respect, Resilience and Responsibility—create a nurturing environment where students and staff thrive. We pride ourselves on a “family” atmosphere fostering strong collaboration between teachers, students, and parents.
Why Work for Ormiston?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day and our Trust’s focus on impact on disadvantaged children brings purpose and meaning to every role.
Benefits
* Opportunity to build on the legacy of the Trust, part of a long-standing network supporting children and young people to thrive
* Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be for the pupils we are proud to serve
* Being part of a team and community where you belong – well‑resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals at the heart of communities
* Supportive environment to grow your career – extensive professional development programme, flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
* A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered and truly valued
* A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
* Flexible working arrangements and automatic pay progression
* Generous pension and life cover
* Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
* Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card and Cycle to Work scheme
* Access to health and well‑being programmes, including a counselling service
Legal and Equality
Ormiston Horizon Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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