English Teacher

Lift Firth Park

Fircroft Avenue Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 0SD United Kingdom

Salary: M1-6/ UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Full time - 0.8 can be considered Contract type: Permanent Start date: September 2026 or January 2027 Closing date: 14th June Interview date: TBC

This is an exciting opportunity to join Lift Firth Park at a pivotal moment in our journey. As the school continues to undergo transformational change, we are seeking an ambitious and inspiring English Teacher to play a key role in shaping the future of our English provision and driving excellence in the classroom.

At Lift Firth Park, part of Lift Schools, we are a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking school where staff are united by a shared belief: every student deserves an excellent education, every day. This role offers the chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to young people in our community.

The role:

* Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons across Key Stages * Bring the subject to life through a rich and ambitious curriculum * Inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning in every student * Use assessment and data intelligently to drive progress and close gaps * Contribute to the development of the English and literacy curriculum and wider academy priorities * Establish strong routines and a positive climate for learning

Who we're looking for

* A passionate teacher with strong subject knowledge in English * QTS is essential - we welcome applications from ECTs and experienced teachers * Experience within a UK secondary school * Someone who is committed to high expectations and inclusive practice * A professional who thrives on challenge and is driven to improve student outcomes * A team player who wants to contribute to a culture of excellence * A professional who thrives on challenge and wants to make a real difference

About our school:

Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language.

The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact; in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

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