ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English as an Additional Language (EAL) to join our team at Trinity Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and resilient educator to support students in developing their English language skills and unlocking their full academic potential.
As a Teacher of EAL, you will play a key role in ensuring that students with English as an Additional Language can access the curriculum and thrive in their education. You will work closely with colleagues across departments to deliver targeted interventions, provide high-quality teaching, and foster an inclusive learning environment.
As the successful applicant, you will have:
• A strong academic record, ideally with a 2:1 degree or above in a relevant subject from a leading university
• Experience in supporting students with English as an Additional Language
• A deep understanding of language acquisition and strategies to support learners at different proficiency levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The enthusiasm and energy to inspire and engage students
• A commitment to inclusivity and supporting students from diverse backgrounds
• An unwavering belief in the power of education to transform lives, in line with our trust’s motto, libertas per cultum (freedom through education)
• Candidates demonstrating leadership potential and a commitment to advancing the school’s mission may be considered for additional responsibilities within the Academy.
WHO WE ARE
Trinity Academy, as part of the outstanding Future Academies Trust, provides a traditional and aspirational academic curriculum and a fully-rounded education for students aged 11-18. Based in Brixton, South London, we have a diverse catchment area with excellent transport links.
Trinity Academy’s focus is on setting and achieving aspirational and rigorous educational standards. To that end, we offer pupils of all abilities a style of education more usually found in grammar schools or the independent sector.
Exemplary knowledge-rich teaching and learning drives everything we do and is underpinned by what is proven to work best in the classroom, using resources exclusively developed by the Future Academies Curriculum Centre.
THE BENEFITS
• The chance to make a difference in children’s lives. At Future Academies, we believe all students deserve a high-quality, knowledge-rich education.
• Fast career progression. Talent and expertise are recognised and rewarded, allowing for rapid development opportunities within the Academy and Trust.
• Excellent CPD and leadership development. We offer outstanding professional development opportunities and pathways into leadership.
• A supportive, expert team. You will be working in a collaborative and purposeful environment, with access to high-quality resources and opportunities to work with leading educational professionals across our Trust.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in applying for the post of Teacher of EAL at Trinity Academy, please click on the "Apply now" button to complete the online application form.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Closing date: 10th March 2025 at 12Noon
Future Academies reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.
Trinity Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.