Teacher of English ( Maternity Cover)

Teacher of English ( Maternity Cover)

Start Date:                         September 2024

Contract Type:                Full Time

Contract Term:           12 months Maternity Cover

Salary:                                 MPS/UPS

Lymm High School is a well-established, 11-18 school with over 1950 students (360 in the 6th form) and exceptional resources, including 28 acres of beautiful grounds, a swimming pool, leisure complex and our own residential centre in Anglesey. We have a strong track record of excellent exam results, with a Progress 8 score of +0.6 last year and a very positive Ofsted inspection in December 2022.  As well as the academic excellence, we are a school who actively promote engagement in wider school life; our extra-curricular opportunities are extensive and are highly valued.

Lymm High School is also a lovely place in which to work; in addition to our good fortune with our physical surroundings, staff are exceptionally positive, committed and supportive. The potential here is immense and we are determined to keep moving forwards.

The English faculty is an excellent and supportive team, with a good blend of experience. The results have gone from strength to strength and have been consistently excellent over the last few years. In addition to English GCSEs we offer both English Language and English Literature at A-Level as well as Media Studies at both GCSE and A-Level.

We would be delighted to receive applications from ECTs as well as more experienced teachers; it is your values, commitment and potential that we are most interested in. We pride ourselves on providing lots of support and plenty of opportunities for professional development for colleagues at all stages of their career. 

If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work and why the post itself is so exciting, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a phone call or a visit. Contact recruitment@lymmhigh.org.uk with any queries.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

At Lymm High School we recognise the positive value of diversity, promoting equality and celebrating inclusion.  We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Early Applications are encouraged as we may interview prior to the closing date.

Closing date for application: 9am Friday 12th June 2026

Interview Date: TBC