English Teacher

THE SOVEREIGN TRUST
MANOR ACADEMY
Manor Avenue
Sale
M33 5JX
Tel: 0161 976 1553
Email: hr@thesovereigntrust.uk

ENGLISH TEACHER Required from September 2026
Teachers’ Main Scale M1 M6 + 1SEN
Full Time - The school’s teaching week is 32.5 hours. In a typical week, this will consist of 30 hours of teaching and at least 2.5 hours of PPA time. ECTs will have 4.5 hours PPA time across the week.
Pension: All teaching staff are auto-enrolled into the Teachers’ Pension scheme. You can opt out of the scheme at any time.
Benefits: Salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing bikes used for work travel, through monthly interest-free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.
Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and committed Teacher of English to join our dedicated team at Manor Academy.

Manor Academy is a Good school, highly regarded both locally and nationally, and part of The Sovereign Trust. The Trust is a growing and ambitious organisation made up of specialist provisions supporting pupils with a wide range of SEND across different phases of education.

Our school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, and moderate learning difficulties. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and we work collaboratively with families and external professionals to achieve the very best outcomes.

About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled English Teacher to deliver high-quality, personalised learning for pupils with complex needs.

You will play a key role in developing pupils’ literacy, communication and confidence, including reading, writing, speaking and listening, while contributing to whole-school literacy development.

The Successful Applicant Will:
Be motivated by our core values and committed to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
Be passionate about supporting our most vulnerable children, including those with complex SEND
Demonstrate the emotional resilience required to work effectively with pupils with SEMH and complex needs
Possess strong interpersonal skills and build positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and external agencies
Show high levels of empathy and understanding for pupils who may have experienced adversity
Demonstrate excellent teaching and classroom management skills
Have a secure understanding of the English curriculum, with the ability to differentiate effectively
Deliver engaging, creative and dynamic lessons
Maintain high expectations of themselves and others
Work effectively as part of a collaborative team

We Can Offer You:
Engaged pupils who, with the right support, are motivated to succeed
Supportive parents and carers who value partnership working
A dedicated, skilled and supportive staff team
Bespoke CPD and performance development aligned to your career goals
A forward-thinking and innovative environment informed by best practice
A unique specialist setting with varied teaching approaches
A supportive and experienced leadership team
The opportunity to contribute to future development and growth across the school and Trust

Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment.
An online search will be carried out, and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates.

This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, which we will endeavour to seek before interview, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website by following this link https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk/policies-1/ .

Further Information
We strongly encourage applicants to visit our website: http://www.manoracademy.org

Are we the right opportunity for you?
If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications on the application form directly to HR will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed.

Completed applications that show your ability to meet the requirements for the role are to be returned to hr@thesovereigntrust.uk to arrive by 9 am on the deadline day.

Closing date for receipt of applications - Friday 15 May 2026 at 9.00 am
Shortlisting - Friday 15 May 2026
Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Manor Academy Week Commencing Monday 18 May 2026