Classroom Teacher

The Hereford Church of England Academy; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Teachers’ Pension Scheme enrolment

Access to Trust's EAP and Blue Light

Use of academy facilities (free gym, 1

Job summary

The Hereford Church of England Academy is a year 11-16 secondary school on the edge of Hereford. We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust, focused on safeguarding and improving outcomes for students.

We invite qualified teachers, including primary-trained ECTs, who can work across core and foundation subjects while delivering pastoral support to help students succeed in secondary education.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting students who need additional academic and/or pastoral support to transition to secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Teach a small number of mixed-ability students in core and some foundation subjects.
• Provide pastoral support to develop transferable skills and student maturity.
• Offer first-line support to students and their families within the primary classroom context.

Job description

Start date: To be confirmed

Salary: MPS

Contract: Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

Teaching load: 0.8, with the other 0.2 as extended PPA and support time

If you want an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant school that makes a difference to you people lives - we want to hear from you.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking to appoint a classroom teacher with a commitment to supporting students who need additional academic and/or pastoral support to transition successfully and succeed in secondary school.

We are looking for a colleague able to work as a classroom teacher, teaching a small number of mixed ability students in core and some foundation subjects. They would also provide pastoral support, to develop the transferable skills and maturity that the students need to integrate fully into other foundation classes. They will provide first line support to students included in the primary classroom and their families.

The role would be ideal for a primary or middle school teacher who would wish to widen their experience by working within a secondary school environment, whilst making use of their cross curricular teaching skills and pastoral systems. Primary trained ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply. Some teaching in the wider school may be available in due course to support the colleague’s professional development should they wish this. Subject specialism is not important, but a flexible and enthusiastic attitude, along with a desire to work as a team and improve student’s lives, are.

The demands of the role are acknowledged and as such the teaching load is reduced to 20 out of 25 sessions a week, with the remaining 5 sessions being PPA and extended support time.

We require a positive role model who knows that excellent relationships are at the heart of developing positive behaviour in our students; someone who has a passion for improving young peoples’ life chances and uses positive management techniques and strategies, that are consistent with the school’s values and ethos.

Safeguarding and wellbeing of our students underpins everything we do at The Hereford Church of England Academy and the applicant will be expected to support and develop this.

What we offer in exchange:

• A busy and enjoyable place to work, with modern, welcoming facilities.
• A competitive salary.
• Enrolment in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Access to the Trust's EAP and Blue Light Card.
• Use of Academy facilities (including free gym and onsite car parking).
• The chance to be involved in guiding the life of students aged 11 to 16, on a daily basis, and seeing them flourish.
• Excellent professional and career development opportunities with an employer that values education and learning.
• A talented, highly motivated, committed and professional team of colleagues, both within the school and across the trust.

About The Hereford Church of England Academy:

The Hereford Church of England Academy is year 11-16 Secondary School located on the edge of the Hereford, close to the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and the Wye Valley AONB. We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust. The Trust and the school are on a journey to rapidly improve outcomes for students.

The City of Hereford is growing with a new University, a rapidly developing enterprise zone, new retail & leisure destinations and a thriving independent food & retail sector.

The school building is modern with first class facilities, extensive sports provision including a 3G pitch and a dedicated drama & arts studio.

The Academy community is committed to its core values of Aspiration, Care, Trust, Resilience, and Respect. Our vision is to equip all our students to be well-rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society. We do this by providing the best possible education and serving the whole community of all faiths and none.

We are looking forward to publishing our 2026 inspection report shortly, but in the mean time this is what the Inspectors said in 2024:

The Hereford Church of England Academy and the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this role. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.

Closing date: Thursday 17th September 2026