Teacher of English - Maternity Leave Cover
Are you a committed teacher of English keen to inspire children to love the subject?
We are looking to recruit an outstanding full-time teacher with a passion for English who is keen to work as part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team of teachers. This would be from September 2025 to cover maternity leave for one academic year.
We would very much welcome applications from candidates at all career stages including ECT colleagues. Lunesdale Learning Trust would be an ideal place to begin your career, likewise, a more experienced professional would also be a great fit for the team.You would be joining a collaborative and committed department and supportive learning community.
Bordering the Lakes and the Dales and yet surprisingly well-connected, for over 400 years we have forged a strong community ethos providing ‘Scholarship and Care’. We’re immensely proud of our commitment to the highest quality teaching and learning coupled with extraordinary pastoral care.We are a truly comprehensive community in which every child is cared for, supported and stretched, moving on to diverse destinations, from local apprenticeships and college courses to highly selective universities.
Applications are welcomed from well-qualified and highly motivated individuals who are keen to work with remarkable young people providing an exceptional education for all.
If you wish to apply, please complete all sections of the application form by 12 noon on Monday 24th March. In your supporting statement we would like you to include:
- a statement as to why this particular job appeals to you.
- an outline of your relevant experience
- a discussion of the personal and professional qualities which you believe suit you for this post
We would encourage all potential applicants to read all the attached documents and to browse our websites to get a fuller flavour of life at this very special place.
Interviews will be held in either week commencing 24th or 31st March.
I do hope you will take the time to apply. This is a marvellous place to work and this is a very exciting opportunity. If you require further information or wish to discuss any issues, please do feel free to get in touch on 015242 71275. In the meantime, good luck with your application.We look forward to meeting you in the near future.
Cathy O'Neill, Executive Headteacher
The Lunesdale Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), other statutory required clearance and reference checks with previous employers.