Teacher of English EDV/2026/OCA/00204
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2313 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and Ormiston Academies Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Ormiston Academies Trust assigned 14 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2313 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2313 Secondary education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivated and successful Teacher of English for January 2027. The successful candidate will enable our learning community to enjoy and achieve success in English and facilitate progression to advanced studies.
Ormiston Chadwick Academy opened in Widnes in September 2014 serving the community of West Widnes. Our Academy is large enough to offer an outstanding curriculum but small enough to have a strong community ethos in which all students are known and nurtured to achieve their potential.
At Ormiston Chadwick Academy, we have an extremely strong, experienced team who are passionate about improving the life chances of our young people. We are fully committed to our staff development and run an outstanding CPD package for all stages of career development.
To Be Successful In The Role You Must
- Be passionate about your subject.
- Be committed to delivering engaging lessons.
- Be committed to your own continuing professional development and be ambitious about what you would like to achieve in this profession.
- Be enthusiastic, creative and able to inspire students to reach their full potential.
- Have excellent classroom management skills.
- Create a highly stimulating learning environment in which children want to learn.
- Be committed to delivering engaging lessons that make good use of ICT and modern technologies.
- Have excellent communication skills and be able to work interdependently within faculties.
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure your work will have purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:
- A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
- A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Automatic pay progression
- Teachers Pension Contributions
- Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.
To apply for the role, please submit an application form via the link above by the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications is Friday 16th October 2026 at 12 noon.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Ormiston Academies Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Secondary education teaching professionals (SOC 2313) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~414k in sample- Middle half £40,664–57,148
- Median £48,932
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Ormiston Academies Trust holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Ormiston Academies Trust assigned 14 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2313 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.