English Teacher/2nd in Department - Lipson Co-operative Academy (Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust)
- Plymouth, Devon
- Full Time
- MPS/UPS (TLR2b Achievement and Progress Lead)
Location: Lipson Co-operative Academy
We are seeking an inspiring English teacher with the potential of being Achievement and Progress Lead post holder (2nd in department).
ARE you ‘hungry, humble and smart’? Do you want to transform lives?
Would you like to work at one of the highest performing non-selective secondary school in Plymouth?
Lipson Co‑operative Academy is a vibrant, community-focused school guided by our P.E.R.K. values - Prepared, Engaged, Respectful, Kind - we foster an environment where students and staff thrive. At Lipson, we pride ourselves on providing an environment where students are happy and love coming to school, while also achieving success. Our staff feel valued and cherished, yet continually challenged to improve their teaching practice through a region leading coaching programme.
“100% of staff would recommend Lipson as a good place to work”, Edurio staff survey December 2025
Are you interested in joining one of the highest performing English departments in the South West? Our department is as welcoming and supportive as it is ambitious and successful, with egos left at the door so that the team can focus on pursuing excellence.
You’ll need to share our passion for improving the life chances of the children in our community and willing to contribute to enrichment activities. You will need to be relentless, positive and kind, and prepared to teach ‘The Lipson Way’.
Enough about what we think, click here to hear what our staff think about working at Lipson!
What we have to offer
1. A supportive, welcoming environment in a school that 100% of staff said they would recommend as a good place to work in a recent staff survey!
2. Opportunities for professional growth
3. A very attractive salary for the right candidate, reflective of drive, passion, experience and track record of delivering results
4. A culture of respect, excellence, and belonging
5. Outstanding wellbeing package
We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education.
The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.
Full details and an application form can be found at: https://www.tedwraggtrust.co.uk/vacancy