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English Teacher (Mat cover)
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Job Description Mounts Bay Academy is an ambitious, forward-thinking school at the heart of the Penzance and Penwith community. As part of Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, we are on an exciting journey of improvement, building on our many strengths whilst creating an exceptional educational experience for every young person. Visitors to our school regularly comment on the positive atmosphere that exists throughout the academy. Our students are welcoming, hardworking and proud of their school, whilst our staff share a commitment to high expectations, continuous improvement and ensuring that every child can thrive. We are creating a culture where teachers are empowered to focus on what matters most: excellent teaching and learning. Through clear systems, strong routines and a relentless focus on the classroom, we are ensuring that teachers can spend their time doing what they do best: delivering engaging lessons and inspiring young people to succeed. As a school committed to preparing students for the future, we continue to invest heavily in 21st-century technology. Every student has access to their own device, supporting high-quality digital learning and helping develop the skills and knowledge required for success in a rapidly changing world. Professional development sits at the heart of our improvement strategy. Every teacher benefits from a comprehensive programme of coaching, professional learning and collaborative development. Whether you are at an early stage of your career or a highly experienced practitioner, you will be supported to continually refine and strengthen your practice. Beyond the classroom, Mounts Bay Academy offers exceptional opportunities for students, supported by some of the finest sporting facilities in the region, including our recently redeveloped 3G sports complex. We believe that education extends far beyond lessons and are proud of the rich range of experiences available to our students. Most importantly, Mounts Bay Academy is a school at the centre of its community. We are proud to serve Penzance and Penwith and ambitious about the role education can play in supporting the future success of our young people and our community. This is a genuinely exciting time to join Mounts Bay Academy. We invite you to become part of our journey and help shape the future of a school with enormous potential. About the Role We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of English to join our successful English team on a full-time, fixed-term basis from 2nd December to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will be passionate about English and committed to helping students develop a love of reading, writing and language. They will be able to deliver engaging and ambitious lessons that inspire students to achieve their very best whilst contributing positively to a department that plays a central role in the life of the school. This role would be suitable for both experienced teachers and those at an earlier stage in their career who are looking to develop within a supportive, ambitious and improvement-focused school. About You We are looking for a colleague who: Has a passion for English and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. Has high expectations of student achievement, behaviour and engagement. Can inspire, motivate and challenge students across the secondary age range. Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a supportive team. Is committed to their own professional development and continuous improvement. Shares our ambition to provide the very best opportunities for every student. If you are looking for a school with a strong sense of purpose, a culture of professional growth and an exciting future, we would be delighted to hear from you. Come and play your part in shaping the future of Mounts Bay Academy and the wider Penzance and Penwith community. We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: Mounts Bay Academy Boscathnoe Lane Heamoor Penzance Cornwall TR18 3FD Contact name: Simon Horner Contact email: recruitment@tpacademytrust.org Website: https://mountsbay.org/ Link to apply: https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/tpacademytrust Job Info Job Identification 700005208 Posting Date 11/06/2026 Apply Before 11/22/2026 Locations Penzance, United Kingdom Job Type/Contract Type Fixed Term Available Hours 1.0 fte Interview Dates TBC Advertised Salary Range M1 - UPS