Teacher of English at Whalley Range 11-18 High School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WR1HS/56346

Location

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

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

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

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

Midday, Wed 8th Jul, 2026

Start Date

27/08/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

w/c: 13/07/2026

Interview Date(s) w/c: 13/07/2026

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 0.72for the Diplomas, all well above average.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and inclusive school community dedicated to empowering young women to succeed. As a Teacher of English, you will deliver high‑quality, engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5, supporting students of all abilities to make excellent progress. You will plan and assess effectively, use evidence‑informed teaching approaches, and adapt your practice to meet the diverse needs of learners, including those with SEND and EAL. Alongside your classroom responsibilities, you will contribute to curriculum development, monitor student progress closely, and communicate effectively with parents and colleagues to ensure every student achieves their potential.

Beyond the classroom, you will play a full part in the life of the school as a form tutor and valued member of the team. You will promote high standards of behaviour, support student wellbeing, and contribute to enrichment activities, events, and the wider personal development curriculum. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will benefit from a strong professional development offer and the opportunity to grow your practice within a forward‑thinking trust committed to excellence, care, and respect

What We’re Looking For

You are a passionate and dedicated teacher with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to delivering high‑quality education. With Qualified Teacher Status and the ability to teach across secondary and post‑16 levels, you bring the skills to inspire, challenge, and engage learners. You understand current educational practice, including curriculum development, assessment, and safeguarding, and are confident using data to support student progress and identify areas for intervention.

You are an enthusiastic, resilient, and reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development and improving outcomes for young people. You value equality, diversity, and inclusion, and are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a vibrant and diverse school community. A strong team player with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, you will thrive in a collaborative environment where expectations are high and staff are united in their commitment to student success.

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.