About the role
Teacher of English with Additional Assistant Principal Responsibilities King’s Leadership Phoenix Academy - Wavertree, Liverpool Part of Great Schools Trust Salary: MPS/UPS or Leadership Scale L6-L10 King’s Leadership Phoenix Academy is seeking an inspirational, compassionate and resilient Teacher of English, with the opportunity for a suitably experienced candidate to take on additional Assistant Principal responsibilities. Based in Wavertree, Liverpool, we are a specialist alternative provision academy supporting students aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed. Through small class sizes, strong relationships and high expectations, we help students rebuild confidence, achieve qualifications and transform their futures. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, ambitious team where you can make a genuine difference every day.
Contract: One-year fixed-term maternity cover
Start Date: January 2027
Why Join Us?
- Small class sizes of up to eight studentsInnovative AI-powered assessment tools to reduce workload.
- Excellent CPD, leadership development and funded NPQs.
- A supportive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing.
- Opportunities for progression across Great Schools Trust.
- Excellent staff benefits, including pension provision and wellbeing support.
Great Schools Trust is a growing family of eight academies, offering opportunities for professional development and career progression. Although this is initially a one-year maternity cover contract, further teaching and leadership opportunities may become available across our Trust.
We cannot guarantee a permanent position, but we are committed to recognising, developing and retaining great people. We will do our very best to support talented colleagues in exploring future opportunities within our growing Trust.
Could You Be the Right Person?We are looking for a qualified English teacher who combines excellent subject knowledge with compassion, creativity and high expectations.
For candidates with relevant leadership experience, there is also the opportunity to undertake Assistant Principal responsibilities, shaped around their strengths and our academy's priorities.
For full details of the role, potential leadership responsibilities, person specification, salary and staff benefits, please read the attached Recruitment Guide.
Come and Meet UsVisits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or have an informal conversation, please contact Leigh-Ann McCracken at l.mccracken@kingsphoenix.com or call 0151 245 4968.
To apply, visit King’s Leadership Phoenix Academy.
Please read the attached Recruitment Guide to discover more about our academy, our Trust and what makes this opportunity special.
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