Teacher of English (with Drama)
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
03/02/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 16/02/2026 09:00
Job Category:
Schools - Teaching
Employment Location:
Sunderland, England
Further Information
Academy 360 are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English (with Drama). The position is fixed term for a Maternity Cover, commencing March 2026 until 31st December 2026 or whenever the substantive post holder returns, whichever is sooner.
The successful candidate will work within a supportive department, positively contributing to raising standards of attainment and achievement for all pupils. You will provide consistently high-quality teaching and enable the effective use of resources to facilitate high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.
Academy 360 is Sunderland’s first purpose-built all-through school, offering transformative education in a community that has experienced long term disadvantage and challenge. The Academy is a proud member of Laidlaw Schools Trust, an inclusive multi-academy trust which specialises in raising aspirations in disadvantaged communities in the North East of England. Whilst the Trust shares common values and some aspects of aligned practice/approach across its academies, each is a distinctive institution serving their unique community.
This is a very exciting time to be joining Academy 360 on our journey of continued improvement. The successful candidate will to join a forward-thinking school, working with talented colleagues, within our school and across the Trust. Most importantly, you will play a vital role in shaping the futures of our wonderful young people!
To see the full job description and person specification for this role please refer to the attached supporting documents.
At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding. To see a complete list of our benefits please visit: https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits
To apply, click apply now and complete our online application form.
If you require assistance with your application please contact:recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk?subject=Teacher%20of%20English%20(with%20Drama)%20A360"> recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk
Closing Date: 16th February 2026 at 9am
Interviews will take place w/c 16th February 2026
We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children’s safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks. For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.