Teacher of English (Sponsorship Available) – Lady Lumley’s Academy

Employer: Lady Lumley’s Academy
Job Title: Teacher of English
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £32,916 to £51,048 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 30 April 2026 at 11:59pm

What the Role Is About

This Teacher of English role offers an opportunity to influence and inspire students while contributing to an academy that is actively improving educational outcomes.

Lady Lumley’s Academy is looking for a teacher who is passionate about English and motivated to help students succeed. English results are improving quickly, and students are described as keen to learn and responsive to enthusiastic teaching.

The English department is led by an ambitious Head of Department who values the importance and enjoyment of the subject, with a strong focus on improving outcomes.

There is also opportunity for the right candidate to:

• Support leadership within the English department
• Help shape future departmental success
• Gain valuable leadership development experience

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

The English curriculum is centrally developed and adapted across academies, offering:

• A structured and robust learning pathway
• High-quality teaching materials for staff use and adaptation
• Regularly updated Knowledge Organisers
• Digital learning support via platforms such as GCSEPod

The academy also offers:

• A Level English
• GCSE and A Level Media Studies

This allows students to specialise and progress into:

• University
• Apprenticeships
• Employment

What the Academy Offers Staff

As part of Delta Academies Trust, staff benefit from:

• Ongoing CPD (internal and external development opportunities)
• Strong career development pathways
• Collaboration across a large network of colleagues
• Support from senior leaders, including a Director of English
• Guidance on assessment, planning, and intervention
• Employee benefits supporting financial, physical, and mental wellbeing

Staff across the Trust are described as talented and enthusiastic, contributing to a strong overall success culture.

This role is considered a strong opportunity within a high-performing multi academy trust with clear career progression potential.

Visits & Informal Contact

Prospective applicants are encouraged to:

• Have a conversation with the Principal and English Department
• Visit the academy before applying

Contact number for arrangements: (01751) 380097

Additional Information

• Full enhanced DBS check required
• Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
• Support available for international candidates interested in teaching in England

Safeguarding Commitment

Lady Lumley’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff, volunteers, and trustees are expected to share this commitment.

Recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Recruitment Checks May Include

• Childcare disqualification checks
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)
• Medical checks
• Online and social media checks
• Prohibition from teaching checks
• Right to work verification
• Reference checks
• Suitability to work with children

Applicants must declare any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

How to Apply

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