English Teacher - Head of Subject

ACER ACADEMY
Employer: Acer Academy
Location: Kintyre Avenue, Salford, M5 5DP

English Teacher and Head of Subject
Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) + SEN Allowance (£2,787) + TLR2a (£3,527)
Contract: Full time, permanent

Closing date:Tuesday 21st April, midday.

Starting date: September 2026

Acer Academy is a new specialist SEMH and ASD school (opened September 2025) with outstanding facilities and a strong commitment to inclusive, relational education. Acer Academy is currently in a growth phase where the school’s cohort increases each year during the first three years of opening.

As part of the school’s growth, we are seeking a passionate, reflective and resilient head of subject for English to join our team and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing environment where relationships, structure and consistency underpin every aspect of learning. Our teachers deliver a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of our learners, helping them to achieve academically, socially and emotionally.

Key responsibilities

• Take a strategic approach to the development of the English curriculum to produce: schemes of learning and lesson resources (for non-subject specialists).

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of learners with SEMH and ASD

• Create structured, predictable classroom environments where pupils feel safe, respected and ready to learn

• Implement relational and trauma-informed approaches to support emotional regulation and engagement

• Maintain high expectations for learning, behaviour and personal growth

• Use assessment to track progress, identify gaps and inform future teaching

• Utilise assessment data to inform curriculum planning and appropriate subject interventions.

• Promote the A.C.E.R. values Always try your best, Care for yourself and others, Emotional regulation, Ready to learn

• Work closely with pastoral, inclusion and therapeutic staff to ensure joined-up support for every pupil

• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, building positive homeschool relationships

• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment, celebration and teamwork

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified English teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience of contributing to the development of an English curriculum with a strong interest or experience in SEMH and ASD education

• Has a calm, compassionate and consistent approach to managing behaviour

• Is reflective, adaptable and motivated to make a difference

• Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Values professional development and is keen to grow within a forward-thinking setting

We can offer:

• A brand-new school with excellent facilities and small class sizes

• A supportive, experienced leadership team and committed colleagues

• Regular professional development and coaching opportunities

• A relational, inclusive ethos where staff wellbeing is valued

• The opportunity to help shape the future of an ambitious, growing school.

How to apply
Please complete and return the attached application form along with a covering letter (maximum two sides of A4) toenquiries@aceracademy.uk

Safeguarding
Acer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.