Teacher of English

About the role

As an English Teacher at Kingswood Academy, you'll create a learning environment where all students feel supported and encouraged. You'll plan engaging lessons, track student progress, and provide helpful feedback. Working closely with colleagues, pastoral staff, and parents, you'll help meet the needs of every student and build their confidence.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and teach lessons that engage students and build understanding.
• Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND, high ability, and EAL.
• Use assessment and feedback to help students reflect on their progress and close any gaps.
• Build a positive classroom culture with clear routines and high expectations for behaviour.
• Work with colleagues, parents, and support staff to create the best outcomes for every student.

Requirements

• QTS, or currently training and due to achieve QTS by September 2026, or hold a degree in English and wish to transition into teaching through our in‑house Instructor training route (leading to qualified teacher status within two years).
• Genuine passion for teaching PE and a love for the subject.
• Desire to make a difference to young people's lives.
• Commitment to great relationships and high‑quality teaching.
• Want to work in a school where hard work is supported and valued.

About Lift Kingswood

As a national beacon of excellence and one of the region's highest‑performing academies, Lift Kingswood consistently delivers student results well above the national average. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted for leadership, behaviour, and personal development, we offer a dynamic environment where both staff and students thrive. We're proud of our strong track record for internal promotion, elevating careers and developing future leaders.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high‑quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

If you are interested in the post, please contact the PA to the Principal at cweightman@liftkingswood.org.