Teacher of English

• The Eastbourne Academy
• MPS/UPS
• September 2025 or sooner

The Eastbourne Academy has an exciting opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of English, who is already, or has the potential to be an outstanding practitioner.

The successful candidate will be required to plan and deliver of engaging lessons to a range of abilities.

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified teachers who:

• Can provide outstanding quality learning and teaching in the department, modelling excellence in the classroom, evaluating the quality of teaching and standards of students’ achievement, and setting targets for improvement.
• Have knowledge and understanding of English and the exam specifications.
• Have a belief in the value and talents of all students.
• Have a passion for English.
• Can demonstrate creativity and flair in the classroom.
• Can enthuse and motivate students.

If you are a dynamic individual with the drive and determination to inspire and engage learners to ensure they achieve their full potential, we would welcome your application.

In return we can offer:

• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post and require further information, please contact Carly Rollings for an informal discussion. carly.rollings@swale.at and 01323 514900

Completed applications should be sent to Mrs Donna Dreeling, Operations and Admin Manager, donna.dreeling@swale.at or by post to The Eastbourne Academy Brodrick Road Eastbourne BN22 9RQ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs. 

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: w/c 10.02.25

Start Date: September 2025 or sooner

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

The Academy 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 will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.