Job Title: Teacher of English - TLR Available for the appropriate candidate

E-ACT North Birmingham Academy |Preparing for the Future

E-ACT North Birmingham Academy is a vibrant, diverse community with a commitment excellence and an inclusive ethos at its heart. Located in the heart of North Birmingham, our academy embodies the philosophy of 'keep up, not catch up,' in every aspect of our curriculum planning-ensuring no student is left behind.

At E-ACT North Birmingham Academy, we are ambitious for all our students. We guide them to become successful individuals who are well-prepared for the next stage in their journey, whether it be the world of work or further education.

Celebrating success is at the heart of our academy culture. We do this within an environment of inclusivity and care, where every student feels supported and part of a team. Our ethos is encapsulated in three pillars: Nurturing Environment, Boundless Opportunities, Achieving Highly.

Find out more here: https://northbirminghamacademy.e-act.org.uk

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.

We are looking for a passionate Teacher of English to develop, plan and deliver effective and high quality learning experiences for all students, ensuring progression is central to all lesson plans and giving our students the confidence to think big for themselves as they progress through our academy.

This is a high-performing, collaborative English department that consistently achieves outcomes above the national average, with Teaching and Learning celebrated as a key strength in a recent inspection and underpinned by a strong culture of continuous improvement. The department benefits from a robust, well-sequenced curriculum designed to support excellence at every stage, within a calm and focused learning environment where behaviour and attendance have been rated as exceptional . There is a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and clear pathways for career progression, including potential Sixth Form leadership opportunities for the right candidate ready to help shape post-16 provision. In addition, colleagues benefit from rich opportunities for cross-Trust collaboration, enabling the sharing of expertise and the driving of innovation.

Key responsibilities:

Deliver engaging and ambitious English lessons that support every student to achieve their best and develop a genuine love of reading, writing and communication.
Plan and adapt an inclusive curriculum that reflects high expectations, promotes progress for all learners, and celebrates the diversity of our academy community.
Use assessment and feedback effectively to identify next steps, remove barriers to learning and ensure all students feel supported and challenged.
Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment built on strong relationships, mutual respect and a commitment to exceptional behaviour for learning.
Contribute actively to academy life by collaborating with colleagues, engaging with families and championing the values and culture of North Birmingham E-ACT Academy.

Pay range:

M1 - UPS3 with TLR2b (£6,068)

TLR to be discussed at interview.

Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
Degree in subject specialism
Ability to teach 'good or outstanding' lessons
Effective classroom management

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Teacher of English with TLR