About This Role
The Pingle Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented teacher of English to join our very effective and dedicated team. To be successful, you will have an outstanding teaching ability and the skills to motivate and engage students.
Over the last four years, English Language and English Literature GCSE and A level results have improved to above the national average; this trajectory is projected to continue.
We are looking for someone confident in delivering English, with the drive and commitment to shape a curriculum that aligns with the latest teaching practices and research.
If you’re ready to promote excellence in student achievement, progress, and behaviour, and bring your enthusiasm for English to positively influence both our Academy and your field, we would love to hear from you! ECTs are welcome.
Why Work for Affinity?
At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.
As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.
Our People Strategy
Our People Strategy is built around three core pillars:
Belongs – Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.
Progresses – Staff Development and CPD
Our Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
Thrives – Wellbeing
We know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.
What Are The Benefits of Joining Affinity?
Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
Removal of performance-related pay
A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
A Trust-wide approach to reducing workload
Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network
In addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:
Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
Access to Benenden Health’s self-pay private healthcare service
Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
Cycle to Work scheme
BHSF health cash plan
Eye care vouchers
Flu vaccination vouchers
Visits
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 216837.
To Apply
Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
Closing date: 9.00am on 13th April 2026.
Interview date: w/c 20th April 2026.
We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process, should this be required.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.