English Teacher - Lovley Independent School - Bexley

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded independent school in Bexley is seeking an inspiring Teacher of English to join its accomplished English faculty. The role involves teaching from KS3 to KS5, with a strong emphasis on classical literature and critical thinking. The school offers competitive salaries, small motivated classes, and extensive professional development opportunities. This is an exceptional opportunity for passionate educators who thrive in a vibrant academic culture.

Benefits

Competitive independent sector salary

Small motivated classes

Extensive CPD opportunities

Free lunch

Use of sports/fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in English
• Passion for literature, language, and scholarly discussion
• Creativity in lesson design

Responsibilities

• Teach English across KS3 and KS5
• Deliver curriculum using classical and contemporary texts
• Contribute to co-curricular activities

Skills

Experience Working With Students

Classroom Management

Behavior Management

Lesson Planning

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

A highly regarded independent day school in Bexley is seeking an inspiring Teacher of English to join its accomplished English faculty from January 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity for a teacher who values academic rigour rich literature study and a culture where scholarship is genuinely celebrated.

The Role

You will teach English across KS3KS5 delivering a curriculum shaped around classical and contemporary texts critical thinking and confident written expression. The department is known for excellent A-Level outcomes high uptake into Sixth Form and a thriving culture of debate reading and intellectual curiosity.

The School

Set on an impressive campus with beautifully maintained grounds the school is known for its strong academic tradition supportive pastoral systems and excellent university destinations. The English department benefits from:

• A dedicated English wing with seminar-style classrooms
• A modern library and reading hub with digital research tools
• Close collaboration with Drama and Humanities
• Opportunities to lead clubs such as debating creative writing or journalism

You Will Bring

• QTS or equivalent with strong subject knowledge
• Passion for literature language and scholarly discussion
• Creativity in designing lessons that stretch the most able
• Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school

Why Join

• Competitive independent sector salary
• Small motivated classes and exemplary behaviour
• Extensive CPD research opportunities and leadership pathways
• Free lunch parking and use of sports/fitness facilities

This is an outstanding opportunity for an English specialist seeking a school where academic ambition and pastoral care work hand in hand.

Key Skills

• Experience Working With Students
• Classroom Management
• Behavior Management
• Classroom Experience
• Lesson Planning
• Adult Education
• Teaching
• Tutoring
• Curriculum Development
• Cordova
• Experience with Children
• Writing Skills

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1