Lead Teacher of English

# Lead Teacher of English

Employer:

Lionheart Educational Trust

Location:

Coalville, Leicestershire Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full Time Salary:
MPS-L10

Posted:
1st September 2026

Expires:
18th September 2026 09:00 AM

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
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* * Lionheart Lead English Teacher
** Are you a passionate English specialist committed to excellence in English learning? Do you have exceptional English knowledge with a passion for raising achievement, driven by the belief that you are opening doors for the young people you work with? Do you have a proven track record of strong examination outcomes? Are you look for the next step in your career?

Lionheart Trust are seeking to appoint an excellent English specialist for Derbyshire/ NW Leicestershire.

Our trust wide position will begin with leading a department in one of Coalville based secondary schools (The Castle Rock School) and will provide opportunity to gain experience of our curriculum and processes so that this can be shared more broadly. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in teaching and learning and curriculum development in the future.
** English Teacher – with Proven Examination Success
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* Location:

South Derbyshire/ North West Leicestershire
**** Salary: MPS- L10/ potential TLR for suitable candidate
**** Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent
**** Closing Date: 18th September 2026
**** Interview Dates: w/c 20th September
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* Start Date:

January 2026 or earlier if possible
** Lionheart Academies Trust is seeking a dynamic and inspirational English specialist to join our team. We are keen to meet candidates with a track record of strong impact, who have strong personal and professional attributes and a deep understanding of effective English pedagogy to enhance our provision.
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* What We’re Looking For:

** A highly skilled classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of the KS4 English curriculum.

Evidence of sustained impact on pupil outcomes, particularly in GCSE English Language and Literature.

A commitment to inclusive education and high aspirations for all learners.

A collaborative mindset and the ability to lead and inspire colleaguesA colleague who is ready to share their practice and who can facilitate effective professional learning to others across the multi academy trust.

Support the creation and quality assurance of shared resources and schemes of work.

Drive improvements in teaching and learning through coaching, mentoring, and CPD delivery.

Analyse data to inform strategic interventions and raise attainment.
** Why Join Lionheart?
** Be part of a forward-thinking trust committed to educational excellence and equity.

Collaborate with passionate educators in a supportive and ambitious environment.

Shape the future of English teaching across a family of schools.

Access high-quality professional development and leadership opportunities.

This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced disclosure and criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check). All shortlisted candidates will have an online check.

We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications and interview early if we receive a high volume of applicants.

The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.

We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.