English Teacher

JobsTrackR; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an enthusiastic English Teacher to join a thriving secondary academy in North West London. This forward-thinking institution values creativity and academic excellence, providing a supportive environment for both staff and students. You will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5, engaging students with a dynamic curriculum tailored to their needs. Join a community that fosters collaboration, ambition, and high expectations, ensuring every learner has the chance to succeed. If you're passionate about education and ready to inspire the next generation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

On-site parking

Modern facilities

Collaborative working environment

Creative co-curricular opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about English and dedicated to inspiring students.
• Ability to use ICT effectively in planning and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, preparing students for GCSE exams.
• Contribute to the department’s commitment to high outcomes.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Strong subject knowledge in English literature and language

Effective teaching and learning strategies

ICT competence

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

English Teacher

Secondary Academy

Full-time

Start Date: September 2025

Location: North West London

ECTs welcome to apply

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a thriving and ambitious secondary academy in North West London.

The Role

The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5 depending on experience. The curriculum is creative, engaging, and based on the National Curriculum, tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners. You will be preparing students for GCSE exams and contributing to the department’s shared commitment to securing the highest outcomes.

The English department benefits from a digital planning platform to support workload balance and promotes close collaboration for assessment and monitoring. The school places high value on creativity, ambition, and strong academic progress, and students consistently achieve strong GCSE results.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for English literature and language
• High expectations and the ability to inspire and motivate students
• A clear understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies
• Competence in using ICT to enhance planning and delivery
• Willingness to contribute to wider school life, including form tutoring
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

The Academy

This ambitious and forward-thinking Secondary Academy in North West London is part of a highly successful multi-academy trust, renowned for its outstanding outcomes and commitment to educational excellence. With places for students in Year 7 and Year 12, the school combines a strong legacy in the local community with the innovation and high standards of the wider trust.

Located in the heart of Brent, the school enjoys excellent public transport links and offers on-site parking for staff. Its modern, purpose-built facilities include specialist science laboratories, multiple art and design workshops, media suites, and outstanding sports provision.

In addition to academic excellence, the school offers a wide range of creative and co-curricular opportunities, including Culture Day, school musicals, student forums, and gardening projects — all fostering a warm, inclusive, and vibrant school community.

With high expectations set by both the trust and the internal leadership team, staff and students work in close partnership each day to ensure every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high volume, we may be unable to reply to individual inquiries. If you do not hear within this timeframe, your application has been unsuccessful. Philosophy Education is a recruitment business representing our client in this vacancy.