Class Teacher - The Discovery Academy part of Alpha Academies Trust

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Stoke-On-Trent is seeking a Class Teacher for the Aspen Hollis SEN Resource Provision. The role focuses on providing personalized education to students with communication needs. Candidates must possess strong spoken English skills and relevant teaching qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary range of £32,916 - £51,047, as well as various employee benefits.

Benefits

Good pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Subsidized meals

Qualifications

• Ability to converse easily in spoken English.
• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• Work in the SEN Resource Provision catering to children with communication needs.
• Provide a nurturing space for personalized learning.

Skills

Spoken English

Communication

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Overview

The Discovery Academy seeks 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. This provision allows students to integrate into mainstream school life at their own pace, participating in extracurricular activities, social events, and shared learning experiences with their peers. There is no greater reward than being part of a highly inclusive Academy and Multi-Academy Trust at the forefront of change where children's hearts and minds matter most.

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.

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. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment.

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 building design has a faculty-based organisation in which subject areas are co-located to foster collaboration and project-based learning opportunities. There are an extensive range of vocational and academic facilities across the Academy.

The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.

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.

Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.

For all successful applicants the Alpha Academies Trust will support with the option to further your career by progressing or swapping to become an associate teacher on the appropriate pathway to teaching. This can be discussed at interview or at any time during your employment with Alpha.

Safeguarding and Equality

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. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to discuss. 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. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.

Position Details

Role: Class Teacher (Aspen Hollis SEN Resource Provision) | Location: The Discovery Academy, Stoke-on-Trent | Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 | Hours: Full year

How to Apply

We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child’s life and inspire others. To apply, visit the Alpha Academies Trust vacancies page at alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies. Click on Explore Available Opportunities, find the vacancy, and click Apply Now to be directed to the vacancy portal. If you already have an account, log in to submit your application. New users can register to submit their application. For further information regarding your application please contact our Recruitment Team by email at [e-mail].

Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed; please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

Important Dates

Closing Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 9:00am

Interview Date: Wednesday 15th October 2025