English Teacher

IG4 Area | September 2026 Start | Outer London Pay Scale £37,870 - £56,154

Some schools talk about high standards. Others quietly achieve them year after year.

An exceptional secondary school in the IG4 area is seeking a talented and ambitious Teacher of English to join its thriving department from September 2026. This is an opportunity to become part of a high-performing school community where academic excellence, student ambition and outstanding teaching are at the heart of everything.

The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to contribute to Key Stage 5 teaching for suitably experienced applicants. You will join a well-established and successful department with a strong track record of delivering excellent outcomes and fostering a genuine love of literature and language.

Salary: Outer London Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (£37,870 - £56,154 per annum, dependent on experience and pay scale point).

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a degree in English or a related subject
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is on track to achieve QTS before September 2026
• Can demonstrate successful teaching practice within a secondary school setting (including ECT placements)
• Has excellent subject knowledge and a passion for English
• Has high expectations of student achievement and behaviour
• Is reflective, resilient and committed to continuous professional development
• Thrives within a collaborative and ambitious team environment

In return, you will benefit from:

• A highly successful and supportive English department
• Engaged students with strong aspirations
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• Clear routes for progression and leadership development
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration and professional growth

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher seeking an exceptional start to your career or an experienced practitioner ready for your next challenge, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact within one of the area's highest-performing secondary schools.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding clearances.