Current Vacancies

Location: Leicester, LE8 8AJ
Full-time, term-time only | £31k-£40k pro rata (DOE, ECTs considers) | Permanent
Start: August 26^th, 2025, or when possible.

Are you an inspiring English teacher ready to take the lead? We’re looking for a passionate and ambitious English Subject Lead to join our dynamic team at The Lady Byron School!

In this exciting role, you’ll shape a vibrant English curriculum, lead a talented team, and spark a love of language and literature in every learner. With a focus on creativity, inclusion, and high standards, you’ll make a real impact across the school. We are a small school and you will be working with our wonderful students who have a diagnosis of Autism or on the pathway to diagnosis.

 Lead and innovate in curriculum design
 Champion literacy and student progress
 Support and develop fellow teachers
 Make English irresistible to learners of all abilities

We offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and leadership will flourish.

Why Join LBS?

• A values-driven and supportive working environment
• Small class sizes 6-7 students
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and academic excellence
• Access to high-quality resources and innovation in teaching practice
• Excellent support package and additional weeks holiday

Apply today and help students reach their full potential! 

Application Form – Download

Join our team this summer to support students during their AQA GCSE exams. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise exams, ensuring rules are followed.
• Distribute and collect materials.
• Maintain a calm, focused environment.

Requirements:
 Strong communication & organisation skills.
 Enhanced DBS check required.
 Experience helpful but not essential (full training provided).

Interested? Contact us at 01164670811 (ask for Martine, Exams Officer).

Core Benefits:

Competitive Salary: Wages reflect the expertise required to work in a specialised setting.

Pension Scheme: opportunity to contribute to the NEST pension scheme.

Above average leave entitlement: Additional week paid leave in October half term

Deals and discounts: Access to Bright HR Exchange – online marketplace with deals and discounts

Professional Development

Training and CPD:

• Access to in depth, detailed, professional development opportunities
• Possibility of funding for external courses or qualifications.

Career Progression: Pathways for promotion and role expansion within the school

Health and Wellbeing

Mental Health Support:

• Access to Bright HR Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with:
• An online wellbeing portal and access to an EAP via the Wisdom app
• Life and leadership coaching with relationship management support
• Personalised content, four-week plans, goal setting, and built-in rewards
• Access to 20+ NHS-approved programmes, trainings and workshops

Access to Staff Wellbeing Champion

Team and Culture

Supportive Environment: Open communication channels for feedback and collaboration.

Inclusive Workplace: Policies and practice promoting diversity and inclusion.