English Teacher

EdEx; Croydon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time English Teacher to start in January 2026 at an Outstanding school in Greenwich. The role offers opportunities for TLR positions like KS3 Coordinator and mentoring for Early Career Teachers. The ideal candidate will hold UK QTS and have a strong academic background. This position provides a supportive team and creative facilities, with an emphasis on excellent student outcomes.

Benefits

Modern facilities

Onsite carpark

Support from graduate Teaching Assistants

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining it.
• Strong academic background required.
• Ability to meet the Teaching Standards at a ‘Good or Outstanding’ level.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate students.
• Work with a team of Secondary Teachers.
• Mentor ECTs and support their induction.

Skills

Motivation

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

UK QTS or in progress

Strong academics: degree, A Levels and GCSEs

Job description

Job Overview

English Teacher – Permanent, Full-time – January 2026 start. Located in Greenwich. The Head Teacher seeks an ambitious teacher to add value to an expanding Secondary Department with supportive SLT and impressive Progress 8 results. Experienced Secondary Teachers can take on a TLR such as KS3 Coordinator or pastoral responsibility. Early Career Teacher (ECT) will be enrolled onto the school’s bespoke ECT induction and work alongside a range of young & experienced Secondary Teachers.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate the younger generation.
• Work alongside a team of fantastic Secondary Teachers.
• Take on TLR opportunities: KS3 Coordinator and pastoral responsibilities.
• Mentor ECTs: 1:1 mentoring, bespoke ECT induction, in‑house training.

Person Specification

• UK QTS or in the process of gaining QTS.
• Strong academics: degree, A Levels and GCSEs.
• Meeting the 8 Teaching Standards at a ‘Good or Outstanding’ level.
• Work as part of a large team of Secondary Teachers.
• Willing to listen to feedback.

School Details

• Graded ‘Outstanding’ in latest Ofsted report.
• Impressive Progress 8 results.
• Modern & creative facilities throughout.
• Impeccable behaviour.
• Additional support in class from graduate Teaching Assistants.
• Good tube links – Greenwich.
• Onsite carpark.

How to Apply

Send your CV to Alex at EdEx. You will be contacted by a personal consultant if shortlisted. Interviews and lesson observations can be arranged immediately.