Teacher of English and Exams Lead with TLR2

Are you an English teacher who believes every young person deserves a second chance?
Do you thrive in environments where relationships matter as much as results—and where teaching can genuinely change lives?


We are seeking an exceptional, compassionate, and resilient Teacher of English to join our dedicated team at Kickstart Academy, a dynamic and nurturing Alternative Provision supporting students who have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream education.


This post has a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) for Exams Leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership, management and delivery of all examinations, internal assessments and statutory tests. The post holder ensures that examinations are conducted in full compliance with awarding body and JCQ regulations, and that systems support fairness, accuracy and positive outcomes for all pupils.

This is more than a job – it’s a calling. If you’re an outstanding practitioner ready to inspire, support, and champion young people who need a second chance, we’d love to hear from you.

If you have been interested in this advert but are not sure if your skills meet the requirements, please get in touch. Transferrable skills are highly valuable, particularly if you have lived experience of working in high pressured environments where you have worked collaboratively to reach a positive outcome for young people.

Visits are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or request more information, please contact Dawn Rogers on 01952 951413 or email dawn.rogers@lct.education.

Please send completed applications to: dawn.rogers@lct.education.