Teacher of English at E-ACT Shenley Academy

E-ACT; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (LGPS/TPS)

Life cover 3x pay

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

CPD opportunities

TLR progression

Job summary

E-ACT Shenley Academy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced English Teacher to deliver high-quality learning experiences for all students, ensuring progression and confidence to think big throughout their journey at the academy.

You will develop inclusive schemes of work, assess progress, and contribute to a supportive culture that recognises diversity and promotes high expectations. The role emphasises strong relationships and exceptional behaviour for learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent.
• Degree in subject specialism.
• Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons.
• Effective classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and ambitious English lessons that support every student to achieve their best and develop a genuine love of reading, writing and communication.
• Plan an inclusive curriculum that reflects high expectations, promotes progress for all learners, and celebrates the diversity of our academy community.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to identify next steps, remove barriers to learning and ensure all students feel supported and challenged.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment built on strong relationships, mutual respect and a commitment to exceptional behaviour for learning.
• Contribute actively to academy life by collaborating with colleagues, engaging with families and championing the values and culture of the academy.

Skills

Ability to teach good or outstanding

Effective classroom management

Education

Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent

Degree in subject specialism

Job description

About this Role

Job Title: Teacher of English

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where everychild is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? Atour academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through anurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos,we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that greatteaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want tomake a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

We are looking for an experienced Teacher of English to develop, plan and deliver effective and high quality learning experiences for all students, ensuring progression is central to all lesson plans and giving our students the confidence to think big for themselves as they progress through our academy.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and ambitious English lessons that support every student to achieve their best and develop a genuine love of reading, writing and communication.
• Plan and adapt an inclusive curriculum that reflects high expectations, promotes progress for all learners, and celebrates the diversity of our academy community.
• Use assessment and feedback effectively to identify next steps, remove barriers to learning and ensure all students feel supported and challenged.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment built on strong relationships, mutual respect and a commitment to exceptional behaviour for learning.
• Contribute actively to academy life by collaborating with colleagues, engaging with families and championing the values and culture of the academy

Pay range:

MPS/UPS: £34,069- £52,835

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons
• Effective classroom management

E-ACT Shenley Academy | Building Futures, Changing Lives

At E-ACT Shenley Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education. We see it as more than just a process; it's a journey that opens doors and has the potential to change lives. Our mission is to inspire students through a dynamic curriculum that consistently delivers good lessons, fostering an environment where learning is empowering and enriching.

At E-ACT Shenley Academy, it is our daily mission are dedicated to these principles. We believe in creating an educational experience that not only imparts knowledge but also character, ensuring that our students leave with the skills, values, and aspirations needed to thrive in a changing world.

Take the next steps in your career with E-ACT Shenley Academy - where the journey is not just about education; it's about building futures and changing lives.

Find more information here: https://shenleyacademy.e-act.org.uk/about/our-ethos-and-values/

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaksdown barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-firstculture, and ensure every voice is heard.

Weare proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providingsector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was namedLarge Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievementsare further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MATExcellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES TrustLeadership Award 2024.

E-ACTis recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of ourBirmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISERegional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion andbehaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISEReception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of ourpeople-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible.We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. Wedon't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to bea part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to definedbenefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionablepay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can alsobenefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainablecommuting.

Professional Growth andDevelopment

We invest heavily in staffdevelopment through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities.Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point payscale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfillingfull responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culturevalues every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a freeEmployee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice.Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collectivesuccess.

E-ACT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults,and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service(DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challengingdiscrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications fromall sections of the community.