English Teacher – Secondary School (London)
Start Date: January 2026 (or earlier by arrangement)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive (based on experience), plus potential TLR opportunities
A high-achieving, forward-thinking secondary school in London is seeking an exceptional Teacher of English to join its dynamic and committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator to play a key role in shaping the English curriculum and inspiring a love of literature and language across all year groups.
About the Role
We are looking for a teacher who:
Holds PGCE/QTS and desirably two years’ experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 within the UK
Has strong subject knowledge and a passion for English language and literature
Can deliver engaging, challenging lessons that support excellent progress
Is committed to raising achievement and maintaining high standards of behaviour
Brings creativity, energy, and a positive attitude to the classroom
Values collaborative working and continuous professional developmentWhat We Offer
A supportive and ambitious leadership team
A well-resourced English department with a collaborative, passionate staff
Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
A diverse and vibrant student community
A strong culture of high expectations and academic excellenceWho We’re Looking For
Applications are welcome from teachers who meet the above criteria and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive education and a genuine desire to make a difference.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications