English Teacher

Choice Teachers; Clapham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Clapham is seeking a dedicated English Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4. The teacher will engage students in developing their literacy, analytical, and communication skills. Responsibilities include planning lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to a supportive department. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and a strong subject knowledge in English. This position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Modern classrooms and resources

Professional development opportunities

Friendly staff culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback.
• Support extracurricular activities related to English.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in English

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Classroom management skills

Ability to motivate and engage students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

English Teacher Clapham

Employer: Choice Teachers
Location: Clapham
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP or January

About the Role

Choice Teachers is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher for a vibrant secondary school in Clapham. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality lessons across KS3 KS4 (and KS5 if required), inspiring students to develop strong literacy, analytical, and communication skills.

The role involves planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to a supportive and collaborative English department.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 KS4 (and KS5 if required).
• Develop students reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, safeguarding, and wellbeing in the classroom.
• Support extracurricular activities, such as debating, literature clubs, and school publications.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and school initiatives.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

Desirable:

• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Experience with exam preparation (GCSE / A-level).
• Experience running extracurricular activities related to English, such as clubs or competitions.

What the School Offers

• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
• Modern classrooms and resources.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Friendly and inclusive staff culture.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to Choice Teachers.