Overview
Are you an enthusiastic Teacher of English, who sees every sentence as an opportunity to teach pupils how to think with precision? If so, you will be interested in the opportunity that we currently have available at Ossett Academy & Accord Sixth Form from September 2026. You will have a passion for Literature that turns even the most reluctant reader into a curious explorer of the written word, alongside the skills and desire to develop pupils in your classes and help them achieve excellent academic results. Ossett Academy is a large secondary academy with great facilities and a fantastic English department. We also have a standalone Accord Sixth Form building on-site, meaning that colleagues also have the possibility of teaching at A-Level if this is an area of interest or development. Your role will involve shaping the curriculum to reflect your own subject passions, bringing your personal expertise into the classroom to inspire a new generation. You will develop creative lessons, which meet the needs of our diverse pupil body and ensure alignment with industry standards. You will have a deep interest in the attainment of pupils at every ability level and show vigour and initiative. The English department at Ossett Academy are an outstanding team of professionals, who are vibrant and forward thinking. We value challenge and active participation. The successful applicant will relentlessly pursue instilling an interest in their subject amongst all pupils, they will be innovative, with demonstrable resilience, vision and energy.
Responsibilities and expectations
The role involves teaching English to GCSE and A-Level where appropriate, developing the curriculum, delivering creative lessons, and supporting pupils to achieve excellent academic results. The successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to high-quality teaching, contribute to department and academy-wide initiatives, and work with colleagues to support pupils of all abilities.
Benefits
* Membership to either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Technology scheme via SmartTech
* Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards
* Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
* 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Healthcare Cash Plans
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Free annual flu jab
* Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
* Further details about the role available on request
About the Trust
The Accord Multi Academy Trust was established in September 2016 and is currently made up of five academies. The Trust is committed to high quality professional development for all staff and offers a supportive work environment with a central operational team and an educational strategy group to help staff reach their career goals.
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