Teacher of English - St Aidan's Church of England Academy (Northern Lights Learning Trust)
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,001.00 to £40,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £32,916 - £51,048 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2026 |
| Location: | Darlington, DL1 5QT |
| Company: | Darlington Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 295731 |
Summary
Teacher of English
Permanent position required for September 2026
MP1 - UPS3
andpound;32,916 - andpound;51,048
St Aidanandrsquo;s CE Academy is seeking to employ a dynamic, outstanding professional who will inspire and motivate all within our school community.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong, talented, and experienced teacher to join our supportive, enthusiastic, and collaborative team.
Do youandhellip;
Have a proven track record of motivating and inspiring pupils with an excellent subject knowledge?
Want to inspire and motivate colleagues and pupils alike?
Have a desire to remove barriers to learning for children to ensure they achieve the best in English?
Communicate well with parent/carers, staff, and pupils?
Offer high quality pastoral care?
Understand what it takes to ensure that quality first teaching is an experience for both pupils and staff?
If so, we would really welcome your application
In return you will receive:
A supportive working environment that puts people at the heart of the organisation
The opportunity to work as part of a growing Trust and shape this role
Continuous professional development
A range of Trust initiatives that improve wellbeing. Current initiatives include an annual wellbeing day.
National Terms and Conditions of Employment
Teachersandrsquo; Pension Scheme/ Local Government Pension Scheme
Employee welfare and benefits package including:
24-hour GP access
Nurse support service
Mental health services, including stress management, mental health first aid training and bereavement support
Free Flu vaccinations
Counselling Services
Physiotherapy
Financial wellbeing coaching
Maternity and Paternity support
Menopause support
Access to useful wellbeing resources
Cycle to work scheme
Lifestyle savings including discounts on shops, food and drink and days out
CLOSING DATE:
Applications must be received by: Monday, 18th May 2026
Short Listing will take place on: Monday,18th May 2026
Interviews will take place: W/C 18th May 2026
We have the right to close early if a high number of applicants are received.
HOW TO APPLY: Applications should be submitted via email to:
A-Recruitment@nllt.co.uk
Applications will only be considered on receipt of an application form, CVandrsquo;s and other forms of application will not be accepted. For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact SA-Recruitment@nllt.co.uk
Details of the school can be found on the school website:
www.staidansacademy.co.uk
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