English Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Dunraven Educational Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Elmgreen School in London is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to cover maternity leave. You will deliver high-quality lessons, ensure curriculum coverage and support students to achieve the best outcomes.

The role is full-time on a fixed-term contract until February 2028, with start in January or February 2027 as noted. Joining The Elmgreen School means becoming part of the Dunraven Educational Trust family, committed to safeguarding and high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver effective English lessons with curriculum coverage, continuity and progression for all students.
• Support the Head of English in developing syllabi, assessment, teaching and learning strategies, and resources.
• Assist in monitoring progress toward excellent student outcomes.

Job description

## English Teacher (Maternity Cover)### We are searching for the best education professionals* Job openings* English Teacher (Maternity Cover)Fast Apply# English Teacher (Maternity Cover)Employer: The Elmgreen SchoolLocation: Tulse Hill, Greater LondonContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeSalary: ILPSPosted: 22nd October 2026Expires: 5th November 2026 12:00 PMStart Date: To Be ConfirmedJob ID: 1581024Job Reference: Eng Teacher Mat Cover) 22/10* Share :* Print**Responsible to:** Head of English**Pay scale:** ILPS**Work pattern:** Full-time, Fixed Term until February 2028**Required for: January 2027 or February half term 2027****Deadline to apply:** Midday, Thursday 5 November 2026**Location of post:** The Elmgreen School, SE27 9BZ\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_Thank you for your enquiry about this key post of English Teacher (Maternity Cover) at The Elmgreen School.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated teacher to provide high-quality teaching and learning experiences that will enthuse and develop the next generation. You will be joining an excellent established team who have a commitment to ensuring the students at The Elmgreen School achieve the best outcomes and develop a love of learning.Key Responsibilities* To plan and deliver effective lessons, ensuring curriculum coverage, continuity and progression for all students* to support the Head of English in the development of appropriate syllabi, assessment, teaching and learning strategies and resources* to support in monitoring the progress made towards excellent student outcomes.The Elmgreen School became part of the Dunraven Educational Trust in September 2021, and together we are focused on developing an exciting, dynamic and progressive community, focused on improving the outcomes for children and their families.**Dunraven Educational Trust Overview**Dunraven Educational Trust (DET) was established in 2016. It now incorporates Dunraven’s All-Through School, The Elmgreen School, Rosendale Primary School and Van Gogh Primary. DET is a Trust committed to one overarching aim: excellence for and from everyone. This is an expectation for both the children and adults in a school community. It is achieved in a variety of ways according to the context of each school but within the clear framework established by the Trust.If you are successful in your application, you will join a staff who are hard-working,committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students. We offer:* a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers;* a supportive and collegiate environment,* a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields.The Elmgreen School is committed to the safety and protection of its students. An enhanced DBS check and a barred list check are conditions of employment for this post.### AttachmentsEnglish Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Job Description and Person SpecificationEqual Opportunities And Diversity Policy .docx (2)Ofsted Report 2022ProspectusRECRUITMENT POLICYRecruitment Privacy Notice### Safeguarding Statement:The Elmgreen School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.