Teacher of English and Media

Teacher of English and Media

Job overview

Salary: MPS/UPS

Hours: Core school hours

Lincroft Academy is seeking an innovative, forward thinking and dedicated Teacher of English and Media to join our welcoming and ambitious English Department. It is a fantastic time to join us; we have just opened a brand new building with 23 new classrooms and specialist facilities for our students.

We are looking for an educator who is committed to helping every student achieve their potential and who can bring creativity, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas to the classroom. Whether you are an experienced teacher or at an earlier stage in your career, we welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about English and Media and motivated to make a positive difference to young people's learning and development.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons, support learning outside the classroom, foster a love of reading, writing, and media studies, and contribute to the continued development of the department. They will understand the importance of creating an environment where all students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed.

Our department enjoys a strong culture of teamwork, professional support, and shared commitment to excellence. Staff work closely together, valuing diverse perspectives and approaches, to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive.

The ideal candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status and degree in specialist subject
• Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS4
• Evidence of securing high outcomes from students
• Ability to use IT to support effective teaching and learning
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Effective form tutoring and committed to the importance of pastoral support
• Understanding and pride in the five values of all Meridian Trust schools
• Belief that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and well delivered

Benefits

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and well being through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teachers' pension scheme
• Health care benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

Closing date for applications: 8am Friday 19 June 2026

Interviews will be held on: Monday 22 June 2026

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The 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 appointments will be subject to pre employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.