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Teacher of English

Job details
Posting date: 19 November 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 December 2025
Location: Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8GS
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 098952a0-e954-4e31-ad94-3412dae93ec7

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Leigh Academy Rainham is an ambitious and forward-thinking school that has been growing and flourishing since its opening in 2021. We are excited to invite a Teacher of English to join our talented and dedicated team from Easter 2026 or earlier if possible, helping to shape the future of our thriving learning community.

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher with a genuine passion for English. You will inspire a love of reading and writing in every student, delivering engaging and innovative lessons that bring literature and language to life. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you’ll be committed to helping every student achieve their best. We are here to support and nurture your growth as an educator, ensuring you have the tools and confidence to excel in your role.

What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust

Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking

Further details about the role

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Holly Neve (Talent Manager): holly.neve@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 263.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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