Job description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of English to join our successful and well-established English department at Litherland High School. We are a dedicated and collaborative team of professionals who are fully committed to ensuring that every student receives the highest quality English education. Through inspirational teaching, strong teamwork, and a shared commitment to excellence, we strive to foster a lifelong love of English Language and English Literature whilst securing outstanding outcomes for all students.
This contract is Full time, initial 1-term fixed term but with potential for permanent from Jan 2027.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about their subject and committed to helping young people realise their full potential. They will join a department that values creativity, innovation, and evidence-informed practice, where colleagues work closely together to share ideas, develop resources and continually improve teaching and learning.
The ideal candidate will use evidence-informed approaches rooted in cognitive science, data-driven assessment, and targeted interventions to drive strong progress and attainment in English. This role is critical in closing educational gaps, raising achievement, and supporting students in overcoming socio-economic barriers to success.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Litherland High School
Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–16
- Pupils
- 733
- Avg teacher salary
- £50,568
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
- Academy trust
- THE HEATH FAMILY (NORTH WEST)
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Liverpool, Sefton, L21 0DB
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- Contract
- Fixed term or temporary
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 22 June 2026
- Closing date
- 29 June 2026
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