£58,569 – £63,070ExecutiveFull Time
Reference: 8964
Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Head of English into the team at Ipswich Academy.
The trust
When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.
We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.
If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
The position
As Head of English at Ipswich Academy, you will support, develop and lead a team of teachers within your department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
What you will offer
You will have the drive and ability to provide effective curriculum planning and implementation of English across all key stages. You will be responsible for managing the work of all staff in your department, ensuring through consistent implementation, that the academy meets all of its obligations to staff and pupils.
We will offer you
You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:
a Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
a strong commitment to professional development
we strive to be a family friendly employer
an employee counselling service
a cycle to work scheme.
To apply, please visit our website
Closing date: 9 am, 20 May 2026.Interview date: 22 May 2026.
All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above.
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