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Teacher of English

Kepier · Houghton le Spring · Sunderland

Job description

English Teacher – Required September 2026

Are you a passionate and dynamic English teacher looking for an opportunity to inspire and challenge learners? Due to the expansion of our school Kepier is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated practitioner to join our dedicated English Department.

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for an excellent support network or an experienced teacher seeking your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Kepier is a thriving and ambitious secondary school with a strong reputation for staff development and well-being. Our expansion reflects growing student numbers and exciting investment in modern, well-resourced teaching spaces, creating outstanding opportunities for both students and staff.

We have high expectations for learning and behaviour, supported by robust systems that allow teachers to focus on what they do best—teaching. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, “impeccable” was a word used to describe our learners’ behaviour, reflecting our commitment to a positive and respectful learning environment.

Why Join Kepier?

  • A supportive and collaborative English department

  • Exceptional behaviour management systems, allowing you to focus on teaching

  • High-quality CPD and clear career progression opportunities

  • A welcoming, well-resourced working environment

  • Strong leadership that values, supports, and invests in its staff

How to Apply

For an application form, job description, and person specification, please visit www.kepier.com.Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@kepier.com by 12 pm (noon) on 15th June 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 19th June 2026.

We truly appreciate the time and effort required to submit an application. If you’re excited about being part of a growing and forward-thinking school, we strongly encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming passionate educators to Kepier.

Kepier is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates. All school posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and are subject to an enhanced DBS check and other background vetting.

About this school

Kepier

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Good
Pupils
1,144
Avg teacher salary
£48,361
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.8:1
Academy trust
EDEN LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, DH4 5BH