About this role
Manor Croft Academy are looking to appoint an Associate Lead Teacher of English to join our academy in January 2027 on a full time, permanent basis with a focus on Key Stage 3.
In the role of Associate Lead Teacher for English, you will provide pedagogic leadership supporting other Lead Teachers as an outstanding classroom practitioner. You will play a key part in raising standards through the modelling of your own outstanding teaching and supporting the professional development of your colleagues. Your ultimate aim is to improve the learning experience and increase the outcomes of students, whatever their ability.
Manor Croft Academy has undergone a significant transformation in recent years; resultantly, it now boasts some of the best levels of progress across the region (+0.39). Our learners demonstrate a relentless desire to succeed and show high levels of engagement, interest and resilience when learning new skills and knowledge. Behaviour and focus in classrooms is truly outstanding.
Our leadership team was rated outstanding by Ofsted, we continually reflect on our practice and that of the school as a whole and look for ways in which we can improve the experience of our learners. You must be able to demonstrate the same level of passion and commitment.
Visits to the academy would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the academy on 01924 325230 if you would like to arrange a visit.
Interviews will be held on 22 October 2026.
Why join us?
Staff across the trust are talented and enthusiastic, and all contribute to the trust’s success story.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
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