Teacher of English
Permanent, Part Time Post – 0.6 FTE
Starting September 2026
Scale: MPS/UPS – ECTs are encouraged to apply
Our school is a happy school, where relationships are positive, respect is prevalent, and expectations are high. We challenge all members of our school community to “be kind, try your best and follow the rules” – our students are our greatest asset and never fail to inspire and impress staff and visitors. Staff have high expectations of all students, whatever their starting point; students have the drive and ambition to meet these expectations. Our GCSE results were once again amongst the highest in Leeds, and we were ranked in the top fifty 11-16 schools in the country in the Sunday Times League Tables, testament to the way that our students and staff have worked together to create a positive, ambitious and caring learning environment.
The school was inspected by Catholic Schools Inspectorate in 2025. Inspectors reviewed and evaluated the Catholic life and mission of the school, religious education and collective worship. The school was judged to be ‘Outstanding’ in providing Catholic Education.
Governors are seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated teacher to join our high achieving school as part time teacher of English. If you are someone who has a natural passion and enthusiasm for English and a strong desire to help all students reach their full potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.
Alongside a track record of strong achievement in English Language and Literature, the department provides a supportive learning environment committed to developing students’ aspiration in achieving their full academic, spiritual and personal potential. You will be joining a very strong, committed team of English specialists who share a commitment to developing and delivering creative and inspirational lessons to all of our students, across all year groups.
We are eager to hear from you if you are:
- An excellent practitioner who believes that all students can achieve.
- Able to excel in an environment where students genuinely enjoy school, attend well and have a real love of learning.
- Ambitious for yourself, your colleagues and our students, and able to thrive in our highly supportive, collaborative environment.
- Somebody who could contribute to the development of our school community to “…building on the best traditions that we have inherited…”
We invite applications from experienced teachers or ECT colleagues who are beginning their careers. We will provide outstanding support and guidance to ensure that the successful candidate quickly becomes part of our school community.
Candidates do not need to be practicing Catholics, but a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school is essential.
Further details and our Catholic Education Service application form is available from the school website (www.cardinalheenan.com). If you would like any further information, or would like to arrange a visit prior to application, please email recruitment@cardinalheenan.com.
Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates can offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.
Closing date: Friday 12 June 2026 at 9:00am
