Teacher of English

Lift Schools; Slapewath; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Unity City in Middlesbrough is seeking an inspiring Teacher of English to join from January or April 2027. You will ignite curiosity for English and empower students from diverse backgrounds to reach their potential.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher, you will find a collaborative culture, strong professional development, and a real chance to impact student outcomes and the school improvement journey.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience teaching in a UK school within the last 2 years.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to bring the curriculum to life in creative ways.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Create a safe, welcoming class environment where diversity is celebrated.
• Assess, track, and support individual student progress with constructive feedback.
• Build strong working relationships with students, colleagues, families and the community.
• Contribute to curriculum development, team planning and extracurricular life.
• Engage in CPD and contribute to whole-school initiatives.

Skills

QTS

UK Classroom Experience

Education

Education degree

Job description

Think you know Lift Unity City? It might surprise you.

Lift Unity City is fast becoming the local school of choice, driven by an unwavering commitment to transforming futures, breaking social stereotypes, and ensuring every student secures excellent life opportunities. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team as a Teacher of English in January or April 2027 and contribute to our already incredibly dedicated team.

Are you an inspiring educator looking to make a lasting difference in young lives?

About the Role

In this role, you will ignite curiosity for English and empower students of all backgrounds to unlock their full potential. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next career step or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive foundation, you will find a collaborative culture here that values your voice, invests in your growth, and celebrates your impact in the classroom every day.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, inclusive lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, that engage, challenge, and support all learners.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and positive classroomenvironment where diversity is celebrated, and every student feels respected and capable of success.
• Assess, track, andsupport individual student progress, providing constructive feedback that nurtures confidence and continuous improvement.
• Build strong, respectful workingrelationships with students, colleagues, families, and the wider community.
• Contribute to curriculum development, team planning, and the broader extra-curricular life of the school.
• Actively engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and contribute to whole-school initiatives.

What we are looking for

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent, along with a degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience of teaching in a UK school environment within the last 2 years.
• A deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring every child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.
• Track record of inspiring staff and students to aim high, translating high expectations into tangible, high-quality learning outcomes and improved performance metrics.
• A genuine love for your subject and the ability to bring the curriculum to life in meaningful, creative ways.
• Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills rooted in empathy, positive reinforcement, and high expectations.
• A collaborative attitude, eagerness to share best practice, and a willingness to contribute positively to our school culture.

About the School

Lift Unity City is a thriving and diverse school in Middlesbrough, known for its sharp focus on student success and we are proud of our supportive community and collaborative culture. Our school vision is simple, yet powerful 'everyone has a determination to succeed, a love of learning, pride in their school and a strength of character.' Alongside excellent leadership and teaching, we will help children to go on to lead successful and happy lives.

Our dynamic leadership team and dedicated staff work together to create an environment where every student is championed, and every staff member is empowered. Our focused CPD programme ensures that you have the time and space to focus on what matters most; educating and inspiring young minds. People choose to join Lift Unity City because we offer a culture of high support and high expectations, where professional growth is encouraged and valued. Here, you'll be part of a passionate team committed to making a real difference, with the opportunity to contribute to an exciting school improvement journey and see your impact firsthand. With a clear vision and strong community behind us, Lift Unity City is a place where success is the expectation.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you