Teacher of English​/St James Academy

Overview

St James Academy are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English to join our vibrant Secondary Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that foster confidence, creativity, and strong literacy skills.

You will join a supportive, forward-thinking department committed to high standards and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring excellent subject knowledge, strong classroom management, and a genuine commitment to helping every learner succeed. If you are motivated, positive, and ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

“St James is an inclusive and welcoming school. Pupils are courteous and polite.” – Ofsted 2024

St James Academy is a good school (Ofsted 2024) with high expectations for everyone. We are determined to become a centre of excellence for young people who live in central Dudley, improving life chances for all.

An increasing number of departments have achieved 100% GCSE pass rates, and our ambition is that this should extend to every area as quickly as possible.

Our philosophy is simple: we will ensure the success of our learners through outstanding teaching, positive behaviour and embracing the talents of each individual.

There is also a strong caring ethos here, which ensures high levels of support for learners and creates an atmosphere of mutual respect throughout the school. Our learners are challenged to extend their interests through a wide programme of extra-curricular activities, sports teams and enrichment activities.

Deliver engaging English lessons for Key Stages 3 and 4 that foster confidence, creativity and strong literacy skills.

Collaborate within a supportive department that is committed to high standards and continuous improvement.

Contribute to creating a positive learning environment with a focus on outstanding teaching and positive behaviour to support learner success.

Excellent subject knowledge in English and strong classroom management.

A genuine commitment to helping every learner succeed and to making an impact in students’ learning.

The Trust recognises that our staff are our most value asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. An extensive program of staff development is operated within school and across the Trust, and this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, and teaching and associate staff.

You will be joining St James at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first class education for the young people of Dudley

Closing date is Sunday 22nd February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity. Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.