Teacher of English

Sefton; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational institution in Sefton is looking for an excellent English teacher to join their supportive department. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality lessons across various age and ability ranges while being passionate about inspiring students. This role requires creativity in curriculum development and commitment to raising student achievement at GCSE and post-16 levels. Benefits include a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver lessons across various age and ability ranges.
• Experience in curriculum development and engaging students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons.
• Motivate students to achieve excellent outcomes.
• Develop and support the curriculum.

Skills

Passionate about English

Motivated to inspire students

Creative in curriculum development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The governors are seeking to appoint an excellent teacher of English who has the drive, skills and enthusiasm to join our successful, highly motivated and supportive English department.

Our vision is to recognise and nurture the unique capabilities of each student, encouraging all to be successful at GCSE level and beyond into our Sixth Form. We aim to raise the aspirations of all students and support them to achieve their full potential, offering a range of extra-curricular and enrichment experiences, such as clubs and trips. The successful candidate will be required to deliver across the age and ability ranges and to join the team in driving the department to excellence.

The successful candidate will be:

• Passionate about their subject and aligned to our vision of teaching and learning
• Highly motivated and committed to inspiring students and staff to achieve excellent outcomes
• Committed to raising take up across the department at GCSE and Post-16
• Enthusiastic about curriculum development
• Creative, believing in the potential of every student to achieve

Maghull High School is part of the Southport Learning Trust, alongside Greenbank High School, Stanley High School, Birkdale High School, Meols Cop High School, Range High School, Bedford Primary School, Kew Woods Primary School and Merefield School. Our Trust welcomes teachers who are enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated individuals with a talent for working with young people and a love of education. We are seeking colleagues who can build robust and effective relationships with staff, parents, students, and the wider community in order to further the ethos of the Trust.

Applications will be considered from experienced and early careers teachers.

For any enquiries about the post please contact Miss N Bowen at [e-mail] or telephone: [phone].

For further information and application pack please visit https://maghullhigh.com/

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE MAGHULL HIGH SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM – CVs MAY ONLY BE USED AS A SUPPORTING DOCUMENT.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 23 February at 12 noon

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD: Friday 27 February 2026

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

ENHANCED DISCLOSURE

Southport Learning Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an enhanced disclosure, including a Barred List check, from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, which can be accessed here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

In accordance with our statutory obligations under Keeping Children Safe in Education Southport Learning Trust is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which Southport Learning Trust might want to explore with you at interview.

A copy of our child protection and safeguarding policy can be found on our website https://www.maghullhigh.com/safeguarding/

How to apply

Completed application forms to be sent to [e-mail]