Key Role Information

Salary
EMPS 1-6 (£32,916-£45,352) or UPS 1-3 (£47,472-£51,048) depending on experience with a possible TLR
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
19/05/2026 15:00
Interview
TBC
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Main Pay Scale EMPS - EMPS6 or Upper Pay Scale UPS1 -UPS3 with a possible TLR
Department
English
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Barclay Academy is a thriving and ambitious school where students are encouraged to work hard, aim high and be respectful. We are a welcoming and inclusive community with the highest expectations of our students, supported by strong pastoral care, expert teaching and a calm, purposeful environment. Our staff are collaborative, reflective and determined to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our young people.


Barclay Academy is a great place to teach. Our centralised behaviour system, strong pastoral structures and calm, purposeful environment allow teachers to focus on what they do best. Ofsted highlighted the comprehensive ongoing training and support provided for staff, who also appreciate the thoughtful and meaningful consideration given to their workload. Those in the early stages of their careers are particularly well supported, and staff retention is strong because colleagues feel valued, well‑developed and part of a supportive team.


Barclay Academy is an incredible place to work, please do have a look at our recruitment pack for more information.


Please note that Future Academies reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

Future Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment and hold this responsibility.  To this end an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, a Barred List check and an Online check are required for this role.

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant subjectessential
Good Pass
Qualified Teacher Statusessential
Pass

About Us

Barclay Academy

Sophie Buttercase

s.buttercase@barclay.futureacademies.org

Walkern Road
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 3RB

Safeguarding Information

Future Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and individuals that work with our young people to share this commitment.


All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.


Future Academies is passionate about diversity and inclusivity and welcome applications from applicants with skills and experiences to fulfil the requirements of the job description and whose values and qualities reflect those in the person specification. We encourage applications from applicants regardless of any protected characteristic.