Teacher of English (Sponsorship Available) At Lift Unity City

Job Summary

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Job Details

Employer: Lift Unity City
Job Title: Teacher of English
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £34069 – £52835 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 27 November 2026 at 2:20pm

About the Role

In this role, you will ignite curiosity for English and empower students of all backgrounds to unlock their full potential. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next career step or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking a supportive foundation, you will find a collaborative culture here that values your voice, invests in your growth, and celebrates your impact in the classroom every day.

Role Responsibilities

Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, inclusive lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, that engage, challenge, and support all learners.
Create a safe, welcoming, and positive classroom environment where diversity is celebrated, and every student feels respected and capable of success.
Assess, track, and support individual student progress, providing constructive feedback that nurtures confidence and continuous improvement.
Build strong, respectful working relationships with students, colleagues, families, and the wider community.
Contribute to curriculum development, team planning, and the broader extra-curricular life of the school.
Actively engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and contribute to whole-school initiatives.

What Lift Unity City Is Looking For

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent, along with a degree in a relevant discipline.
Experience of teaching in a UK school environment within the last 2 years.
A deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring every child receives the tailored support they need to thrive.
Track record of inspiring staff and students to aim high, translating high expectations into tangible, high-quality learning outcomes and improved performance metrics.
A genuine love for your subject and the ability to bring the curriculum to life in meaningful, creative ways.
Strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills rooted in empathy, positive reinforcement, and high expectations.
A collaborative attitude, eagerness to share best practice, and a willingness to contribute positively to the school culture.

About the School

Lift Unity City is a thriving and diverse school in Middlesbrough, known for its sharp focus on student success and Lift Unity City is proud of its supportive community and collaborative culture. The school vision is simple, yet powerful ‘everyone has a determination to succeed, a love of learning, pride in their school and a strength of character.’ Alongside excellent leadership and teaching, Lift Unity City will help children to go on to lead successful and happy lives.

Lift Unity City’s dynamic leadership team and dedicated staff work together to create an environment where every student is championed, and every staff member is empowered. The focused CPD programme ensures that you have the time and space to focus on what matters most; educating and inspiring young minds. People choose to join Lift Unity City because Lift Unity City offers a culture of high support and high expectations, where professional growth is encouraged and valued. Here, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to making a real difference, with the opportunity to contribute to an exciting school improvement journey and see your impact firsthand. With a clear vision and strong community behind Lift Unity City, Lift Unity City is a place where success is the expectation.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. Lift Schools believe education can transform lives – and Lift Schools want every child in its schools to achieve their full potential.

Further Information About the Job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.

If you’re interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, Lift Schools can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, and Lift Schools expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. Lift Schools adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to Lift Unity City’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.