English Teacher

About The Role

Do you believe that English can transform lives, open doors and empower young people to find their voice?

Paignton Academy is seeking to appoint an outstanding English Teacher to join our successful and committed English faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated practitioner to deliver high‑quality teaching and learning across the key stages.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner who is flexible, enthusiastic and committed to providing exceptional learning experiences for all students. You will be confident teaching English Language and Literature from Key Stage 3 to GCSE and demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for your subject.

Working collaboratively with colleagues in the English department, you will contribute to the planning, development and delivery of an engaging and ambitious curriculum that supports strong progress and positive outcomes for every learner.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status
• Can deliver high‑quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Demonstrates up‑to‑date subject knowledge and an awareness of current developments in English education
• Has high expectations for student achievement, behaviour and engagement
• Is reflective, committed and keen to contribute to a strong team ethos

This post would suit either an Early Career Teacher or an experienced teacher looking to join a supportive and forward‑thinking academy.

At Paignton Academy, we focus on developing well‑rounded students who excel academically and grow socially, emotionally, and morally. We inspire our students to be kind, resilient, and responsible, preparing them to face challenges and contribute positively to society.

Paignton Academy is on a significant improvement journey which was recognised in its most recent Ofsted report (December 2024):

The school has redesigned its curriculum to be broad and ambitious. The knowledge pupils will learn is organised in a logical order. The impact of these improvements is evident in key stage 3, where pupils demonstrate they know and remember more of what they have been taught.

Since the previous inspection, the quality of provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) has improved. Pupils’ needs are identified quickly, and appropriate support is put in place. Teachers have a growing understanding of how to adapt their teaching successfully for the benefit of these pupils. The school ensures that pupils with SEND are included in the wider life of the school.

Pupils’ behaviour has improved. Lessons are calm and purposeful. The ‘speak up, speak out’ campaign has led to more pupils feeling confident to report concerns.

• Strong Relationships:
  We value respectful connections between students, staff, and parents, working together to ensure student success.
• Love of Learning:
  We foster a passion for lifelong learning, helping students grow into curious, well‑rounded individuals.
• Community & Pride:
  We instill pride in both our school and the local community, empowering students to make a positive impact.

If you’re passionate about shaping young lives and helping students reach their full potential, come join our team at Paignton Academy!

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

We’re proud to offer more than just a job— we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

• Career Development:
  We’recommitted to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and…