English Teacher, EdEx – Education Recruitment

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Wandsworth is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join their dynamic team. This full-time, permanent position offers a supportive environment with experienced colleagues and ample opportunities for professional development. With a strong reputation for academic excellence, the school provides a well-resourced English department and a tailored induction program for early-career teachers. If you're motivated and ready to make a difference in students' lives, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

CPD and NPQ opportunities

Supportive school environment

Experienced Graduate Teaching Assistants

TLR opportunities for experienced teachers

In-house ECT induction programme

Qualifications

• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs.
• Previous teaching experience with 'Good' or 'Outstanding' lesson observations.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across KS3 - KS5 with a focus on student engagement.
• Provide support to students with Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion needs.

Skills

Teaching English

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Lesson Planning

Education

UK QTS

Degree in English or related field

A Levels and GCSEs

Job description

English Teacher - Inner London - Wandsworth - Sep 25

A high-achieving, Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' Secondary School based in Wandsworth is searching for a passionate and dynamic English Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent position.

The Head Teacher has built a strong positive reputation over the years, with impressive Progress 8 reports and supportive school behaviour policies in place. This has created the perfect environment for students and staff to thrive both academically and professionally.

What's on offer that sets this English Teacher role apart from others?

• In 2023, the school placed in the top 5% of schools in England for their GCSE results
• Seven other Qualified Teachers to work alongside (Who have worked at the school for 5+ years)
• Experienced Graduate Teaching Assistants available for additional in-class and out-of-class support
• Supportive school with Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies at the centre of learning

• TLR opportunities for experienced Teachers looking for additional responsibility such as 2iC or KS3 Lead
• For ECTs, there is a tailored, in-house ECT induction programme with ongoing mentorship from an established team of early-career colleagues

Please read the full details of this English Teacher vacancy below before applying.

Job Description - English Teacher

• Teacher of English
• Teaching across KS3 - KS5
• TLR opportunity for additional responsibility (2iC or KS3 Lead)
• Full-time, Permanent contract
• September 2025 Start
• Inner London payscale
• MPS1 - UPS3 + TLR opportunity
• £38,766 - £60,092 + TLR opportunity
• Located in Wandsworth

School Description - English Teacher

• 'Outstanding' Ofsted report in 2023
• Modern, forward-thinking MAT secondary school
• Impressive progress 8 reports
• Newly refurbished and extensively resourced English department
• Experienced Graduate Teaching Assistants available for additional in-class and out of class support
• Supportive school with Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies at the centre of learning
• Plenty of CPD and NPQ opportunities for all staff
• Excellent commute links via public transport

Applicant Specification - English Teacher

• UK QTS or one in the process of gaining
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Previous teaching experience
• 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Lesson observation/placement reports
• Be a motivated Teacher who is receptive to all feedback

If you're interested in this English Teacher position, please apply today.

Shortlisted candidates will be confidentially contacted within 24hrs of their application to discuss the school in further detail before progressing to an interview or visit.

English Teacher - Inner London - Wandsworth - Sep 25

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