Teacher of English (Shared Assistant Achievement Director for English) at Lightcliffe Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/LA/57967

Location

Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 8TL

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
Shared TLR 2c

Closing Date

9:00am, Mon 18th May, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

20/05/2026

Interview Date(s) 20/05/2026

About this Role

Teacher of English (Shared Assistant Achievement Director for English)

Lightcliffe Academy

Nature of Contract	Permanent
FTE Salary	MPS1 - UPS3, £32,916 to £51,048 plus shared TLR 2c (£8,611 FTE per annum)
Working Hours	1.0 FTE Teacher (0.5 Assistant Achievement Director)

We are looking for:

An excellent Teacher of English who is passionate about leading on securing strong outcomes for all students.
A positive and resilient leader who can support students with both academic progress and personal development.
An individual who is committed to high standards, teamwork and contributing to the wider life of the academy.

You will be:

Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values
A highly motivated and hard working individual.
A team-player who can develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Retail discounts/offers at hight street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
Free onsite parking
Membership of the Teachers Pension Scheme

How to apply:

The role profile and application form are available on our website. You are advised to read our recruitment guidance which outlines our safer recruitment requirements and responsibilities, including pre-employment checks, and provides information about eligibility to apply.

Information about our Trust is available on our website. Find out about Lightcliffe Academy, including the academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, by visiting www.lightcliffeacademy.co.uk

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Stephanie Hardaker via shardaker@lightcliffeacademy.co.uk

The closing date for this vacancy is 9:00am on Monday 18 May 2026 with interviews to be held on Wednesday 20 May 2026.

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.