Teacher of English, Ipswich Academy
Permanent contract
Teaching Staff Pay Scales points 1 - 9 (National) £31,650 - £49,084
Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Teacher of English into the team at Ipswich Academy.
The Trust
When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a Trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.
We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.
If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
The Position
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English teacher to join our dynamic team. At our school, we prioritise a curriculum designed to reduce teacher workload, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality lessons and engaging with students. We are committed to the continuous development of pedagogy, offering opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. You will be part of a supportive, collegiate environment where a shared sense of responsibility drives us to succeed together. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting.
You will be carrying out the professional duties of a class teacher and as such will provide the provision of an appropriate learning experience for all pupils under the guidance of the Head of Department and Assistant Principal.
Unqualified teacher applications with experience will also be considered.
What you will offer
The successful applicant will have the ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and a passion for teaching. You must be able to enthuse, motivate and progress pupils of all abilities.
What we will offer
You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:
* Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
* A strong commitment to professional development
* We strive to be a family friendly employer
* Employee counselling service
* Cycle to work scheme
If you would like to have a conversation with the Principal regarding this vacancy, this can be arranged by contacting Samantha Torr, Interim Principal on 01473 550040
As a Trust, we are committed to reducing unnecessary workload and are outcomes-driven; flexible working options can be accommodated.
All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful you will be required to comply with the Trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above.
Closing date: 09:00 on 06 January 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed