Lead Practitioner (English)

Salary

Leadership Scale, Point 11 (£66,368 per annum) + Relocation Allowance + Performance Related Bonus

Employment type

Permanent, Full time

Start Date

September 2026

Role

This is an exciting opportunity for exceptional English teachers to make an impact and demonstrate outstanding practice in delivery of the KS4 curriculum, supporting our pupils to achieve aspirational outcomes. You will be part of a raising achievement team, directly responsible to the Director of Secondary English, with the sole purpose of increasing outcomes in English at KS4 in areas of East Anglia that need exceptional practitioners.

This role will be stimulating and wide-ranging. You will be based in one of the Inspiration Trust secondary schools and responsible for improving outcomes in English in your designated school. You will be assigned year 10 and year 11 classes, with the expectation to drive outcomes at an exceptional level. We are looking for English Teacher who is passionate and knowledgeable about the English curriculum, with the experience and interpersonal skills to work with colleagues within your designated school. You will also contribute to the development of training and teaching materials, and the mentoring of trainee and ECT teachers. Successful applicants will have clear evidence of achieving excellent outcomes for students on a sustained basis.

What You'll Be Doing

• Role model professional conduct as set out in the Teachers' Standards.
• Lead and participate in professional development activities as directed by the Director of Secondary English and the Secondary Director.
• Teach the curriculum as set out by the Trust and Curriculum Leader, including preparing pupils for examination in appropriate qualifications.
• Adapt the curriculum, teaching methods and resources for pupils who have a SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) or EAL (English as an Additional Language), as guided by the appropriate Curriculum Leader and the SEND department.
• Assess pupil progress using a range of appropriate strategies and use this information to evaluate curriculum planning, teaching approaches and resources.
• Provide intervention where necessary. This may include running afterschool sessions, and/or weekends and holidays.
• Participate in and contribute to meetings, both internal and external.
• Follow procedures and strategies that promote excellent pupil attendance, punctuality and behaviour within and beyond the classroom, as set out in Academy procedures and Trust policy.

About You

You will be an exceptional classroom practitioner who demonstrates the drive and commitment to go above and beyond for our pupils to ensure the succeed. You should come with an existing track record of effectiveness and a clear impact at a subject level.

Essential

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post).
• Knowledge of the statutory requirements concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEND and Child Protection.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Knowledge and understanding of the subject to at least undergraduate degree level and different teaching approaches.
• Experience of teaching the subject in a secondary school across the 11-16 age range.
• Experience of assessing students for a variety of purposes using appropriate strategies.
• Evidence of achieving exceptional outcomes at KS4.
• Experience of the wider role of a teacher in the personal development of pupils, including the main responsibilities of a form tutor.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in the subject or in the teaching of the subject.
• Experience teaching the subject in a Sixth Form or Further Education setting.
• Experience as a form tutor, supporting the wider personal development of pupils.
• Experience examining the subject for an appropriate exam board.
• Experience mentoring trainees and early-career teachers.
• Ability to offer extra-curricular or enrichment activities and use digital platforms to create and share teaching and assessment resources.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you'll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology).
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.