Job Description

Teacher of English

King's Leadership Academy Liverpool

Fixed Term 1 Year Contract Commencing September 2025

Full-Time

MPS/UPS

Part of the Great Schools Trust

This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding classroom practitioner who thrives on student success, is willing to go the extra mile, and wants to be part of a supportive, ambitious team.

King's Leadership Academy Liverpool, a proud member of the Great Schools Trust, is seeking an inspirational and dedicated English Teacher who is passionate about their subject and committed to shaping young people's futures. You'll be joining a vibrant, diverse, and forward-thinking school where high expectations and a strong sense of community are at the heart of everything we do.

Why Join Us?

Transformational Leadership

: Our Principal, Mr. Scott Cordon, was recently named Outstanding Head Teacher of the Year in the North of England this April. His exceptional leadership has been nationally recognised for its profound impact on pupils, staff, and the wider community.

National Recognition

: King's Liverpool was ranked the 26th most improved secondary school in the UK for pupil progress--a testament to our relentless focus on raising standards, improving culture, and delivering an aspirational education for all.

Part of a Leading Trust

: The Great Schools Trust is currently ranked No. 2 nationally for most improved multi-academy trust performance. We are a mission-driven organisation where academic excellence, character development, and student success go hand-in-hand.

At King's Liverpool, community isn't just a buzzword

; it's the foundation of everything we do. In our latest anonymous Edurio Staff Survey, King's Liverpool significantly exceeded the National Average across several key areas, including:

Staff highly recommend our Academy as a great place to work and study. Staff feel genuinely respected by our Leadership Team. Excellent communication between Staff and leadership. Staff being actively consulted before key decisions are made. Leadership demonstrating that they take staff feedback seriously.
Our survey results reflect the strong, collaborative culture we are proud to have built and continue to nurture here at King's Liverpool.

Our staff know they are valued

: and it shows. As one colleague put it: "Staff are warm, open and friendly. I can knock on my Head's door without a meeting set and always feel welcomed in." Others described "a real sense of community," and said "the students make it clear they appreciate what we do."

This is ideal for a strong English classroom practitioner who:

Delights in student success Is willing to go the extra mile Values working within a collaborative and ambitious team

Key Responsibilities

Teach English across applicable Key Stages with creativity and challenge. Adapt and personalise lessons to meet individual needs and close gaps in understanding. Promote a respectful, safe, and inquisitive learning environment. Track and assess student progress, offering responsive support where needed. Work collaboratively to enhance curriculum materials and pedagogy. Engage in continual professional development, including trust-wide CPD programmes.
Please refer to the attached and Person Specification for further details - https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137675/EDV-2025-KLAL-95211

ECTs are most welcome to apply.

For any additional information or to arrange a visit, please get in touch with Rebecca De Nobrega - R.denobrega@kingsliverpool.com

Safeguarding Commitment

King's Leadership Academy Liverpool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 31,650.00-49,084.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee mentoring programme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/09/2025