Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Teaching Head of Year at Lift Firth Park! We are recruiting two teaching heads of year to support academic and pastoral development for students aged 11–16. This role combines classroom instruction with pastoral leadership and is ideal for educators keen to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact during an exciting phase of school transformation.
Eligibility & Experience
* QTS and secondary school teaching experience are essential. Maths, English, Science and Business teachers are particularly sought after, but candidates from other subject areas are welcome.
* A strong desire to contribute to change and help drive progress within the school.
* A compassionate yet resilient communicator, capable of managing student behaviour, identifying individual needs and addressing barriers to success.
* Previous pastoral experience is a plus, but not essential.
About the School
Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16 in Sheffield. With around 1,200 pupils, our diverse community includes over a third of students who speak English as an additional language. The school is currently undergoing a transformational change, creating a lively and inclusive culture that supports ambitious educational goals.
Benefits & Training
* Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
* Partnership with One World powers our Instructional Excellence Program and we offer comprehensive CPD, including Ambition Institute Early Career and NPQ offerings.
* Generous benefits: Pension plan, healthcare, financial support and more.
* Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Work Details
Salary: M1-6 / UPS + TRL + well‑being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Closing date: 22nd June
Contact & Application
For an informal chat about this role or to arrange a visit, please contact Amy Laking (alaking@liftschools.org) and Nichola Butler (nbutter1@liftfirthpark.org).
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks for shortlisted candidates.
Note
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
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