English Teacher (KS3)

At Livingstone Academy, we are looking to appoint a highly motivated, creative and enthusiastic person to join our happy, successful and forward-thinking school. We need colleagues who are ready to think big, improvise and learn alongside students; people who will strive to reach students in a flexible, progressive environment, which breaks the traditional walls between school and the world outside.

We are looking for a qualified teacher who has an in-depth knowledge of the English curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to work closely with the leadership team to develop their own leadership skills within a growing academy. Although originally advertised for a maternity cover, as Livingstone Academy grows to its full capacity, this post offers an opportunity for the right person to remain at Livingstone Academy in September 2024. We strongly believe in developing our staff to be the best they can be and developing leadership at all levels, and we offer an extensive professional development package.

At Livingstone Academy, we are passionate about excellence in education, giving pupils the very best start in life with a firm belief that aspirational teaching transforms lives. Our core belief is that for all students to have high aspirations, they must believe in themselves (SELF WORTH), be actively engaged in their learning (ENGAGEMENT) and see the connection between what they learn today and who they want to become tomorrow (PURPOSE). Livingstone Academy is part of Aspirations Academies Trust, who sponsor primary and secondary academies located across the UK. 

We can offer the right candidate:

● Happy, well-motivated and engaged children, who are keen to learn;

●  An experienced, hardworking and supportive team;

● A fun, friendly and supportive staff;

● Pupils with excellent attitudes to learning and outstanding behaviour;

● Wide opportunities and specialist training for professional development within our Trust

● A proactive approach to staff well-being, work-life balance and care for each person as an individual;

● An impressive new school building and stimulating learning environments.

If you:

● Have a passion for teaching and learning and want to inspire future generations;

● Have high expectations and a commitment to ensuring all children succeed;

● Wish to work in a happy, friendly school with a positive attitude;

● Can make learning exciting ,motivating and fun;

● Work well in a team to support and learn from others;

● Are able to bring energy and enthusiasm to the role.

Contract type: Fixed term: November 2023 to July 2024 with potential for permanent contract in September 2024.

Interview Date: TBC

Livingstone Academy and Aspirations are committed to children’s safety and safeguarding; DBS disclosure requirements will apply to this post. View our Child Protection Policy on the school website. Aspirations Academies Trust and Livingstone Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.

 The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they meet the essential elements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

If you fit the qualifications above and are looking for a forward-thinking, innovative institution that embodies visionary leadership and embraces diversity, then LAB is the place for you!

Please do not hesitate to contact us. We would love to meet you and show you around our amazing Academy site. Please contact our office by email office@livingstone-aspirations.org, if you have any questions about this role.