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Teacher of English and Film/Media, Rainham
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28.03.2025
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12.05.2025
Job Description:
Are you passionate about literature and film studies? Leigh Academy Rainham is seeking an exceptional Teacher of English and Film/Media to join our growing team in September 2025. This is your opportunity to inspire students to explore stories, ideas, and creativity in both written and visual forms while working in an innovative and supportive school.
Why Teach With Us?
* Be Part of Something Special: Join a school that has thrived since opening in 2021 and is at the heart of a vibrant and fast-growing community.
* Cutting-Edge Facilities: Teach in a modern setting equipped with the latest technology and specialist resources for English and Film/Media.
* Professional Growth: Access extensive training, leadership pathways, and opportunities tailored to your professional journey.
* Team Collaboration: Work alongside a passionate and forward-thinking staff committed to creativity and excellence.
What We’re Looking For:
We want a dynamic and dedicated teacher who loves English and Film/Media. You’ll craft engaging lessons that spark curiosity and critical thinking, helping students develop their analytical and creative skills. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or just starting out, you’ll be committed to helping every student achieve their best.
What Makes Us Unique?
At Leigh Academy Rainham, we embrace a global perspective in education, fostering critical thinking and creativity through our ambitious curriculum. With a focus on combining the power of language and storytelling in both literature and film, our students develop skills that will serve them for life.
What You’ll Gain:
* Competitive pay reflective of your skills and experience.
* Clear routes for progression within Leigh Academies Trust.
* Opportunities to lead or participate in exciting enrichment activities such as film screenings, creative writing challenges, and more.
We welcome applications from those seeking a full-time or part-time role. This is a permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS commensurate with experience.
If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Holly Neve (Talent Manager) on [email protected] or 01634 412 263.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Rainham:
In September 2021, we opened our doors to the 180 founding students of our co-educational comprehensive school for 11-18 year olds. Already oversubscribed, our new school is firmly set to be a beacon of excellence for secondary education in Medway. The wellbeing and success of each individual child is at the heart of everything and we are driven by the belief that it is our role to ensure all pupils develop an appreciation of the limitless possibilities ahead of them. Every learner is entitled to an enriching, varied, and personalised education; delivered through a broad and balanced curriculum that provides challenge, irrespective of need, starting point, or background.
Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:
As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries, and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 16 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is 53% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT Central; LAT West; LAT North.
Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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