Teacher of English at Whalley Range 11-18 High School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WR1HS/19452

Location

Wilbraham Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M16 8GW

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS - UPS

Closing Date

Midnight, Thu 7th May, 2026

Start Date

27/08/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)

w/c: 11th May 2026

Interview Date(s) w/c: 11th May 2026

About this Role

About Us

Whalley Range 11–18 High School is a popular, high-performing, multicultural inner-city girls’ comprehensive school with a thriving Sixth Form, located close to Manchester city centre. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust. Together, we create lives of opportunity.

Our recent academic results at GCSE include an Attainment 8 score of 52.04, exceeding both local and national averages. Similarly, our value added for Sixth Form A levels was 0.24 and for Vocational was 0.66 for the Extended Certificates and 0.72 for the Diplomas, all well above average.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of English to join our successful 11–18 all‑girls school from August 2026. You will deliver high‑quality English teaching across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, planning and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that challenge all learners and secure strong progress. As part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking faculty, you will contribute to curriculum development, use evidence‑informed pedagogy, and uphold high expectations for behaviour, engagement and achievement. This is a permanent, full‑time post, suitable for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers alike, with strong support for professional growth.

What We’re Looking For

You will be a qualified English teacher with a genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people, particularly within a diverse and inclusive school community. You will have strong subject knowledge, high expectations of pupils, and a commitment to equality, safeguarding and student wellbeing. An effective team player, you will be reflective, organised and resilient, with the ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of students with SEND and EAL. Above all, you will share our values of Excellence, Care and Respect, and be motivated by the opportunity to empower young women to succeed academically and personally.

We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Why Join Us?

“Staff appreciate how leaders and governors are developing ways to protect them from excessive workload.”

“Staff expect high standards of conduct. Pupils are well behaved in lessons and around the school site.”

A Trust for Every Child and Every Colleague

We believe that great futures are built by great people. Colleagues who work in our schools will experience the same focus on care and guidance, opportunity and challenge, so that they can deliver an exceptional education to our young people. They will become the very best practitioners through bespoke support and opportunities to learn professionally, to collaborate, to lead innovation and to advance their career with us.

We strive for excellence in everything we do. At GMET, every role, from teaching to support, is valued. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow within a trust where our core values guide our work with learners, colleagues, families, and the wider community.

We invest in our people. As part of GMET, you’ll benefit from a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing, help you save money, and make your salary go further including:

A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
High expectations for all learners and staff
A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
A commitment to equity, diversity, and accessibility
Tailored CPD and coaching
Trust-wide networks and learning communities
Leadership development pathways
Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options

How to Apply

Register or log in to MyNewTerm
Complete the application form
Include a personal statement tailored to the role
Submit your application before the deadline

We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:

Enhanced DBS checks
Reference and identity verification
Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.