English Teacher (MPS-UPS + TLR)

Principal Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Recruitment supports a Harrow-based 11-18 comprehensive school in recruiting an English Teacher to start September 2026. You will deliver English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4, plan engaging schemes, and support GCSE preparation while fostering a love of reading and analytical thinking.

The successful candidate will hold QTS or an equivalent qualification, have strong knowledge of English, and bring classroom management excellence.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4, including GCSE.
• Passionate about English and inspiring young women.
• Excellent classroom management and high expectations.
• Able to teach students of different abilities and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach engaging English Language and Literature lessons and prepar GCSE work.
• Differentiate lessons for varying abilities and provide appropriate support.
• Give high-quality feedback to help students improve.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and academic achievement.
• Support safeguarding and student welfare.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum and resources.

Skills

QTS

KS3 experience

KS4 experience

Classroom management

GCSE knowledge

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

About the School

We are working withan 11-18 comprehensive school based in Harrow.

The school provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. With high academic expectations and a strong focus on personal development, the school is committed to developing confident, independent and aspirational young women.

The school's CARE values - Communication, Achievement, Respect and Empathy - are central to its approach to teaching, learning and student development.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and high-quality English Teacher to join the English department at from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious English Teacher who wants to work in a supportive, high-expectations environment where students are encouraged to think independently, develop their confidence and achieve excellent academic outcomes.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and challenging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping students develop their reading, writing, analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver consistently high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach engaging and challenging English Language and Literature lessons that inspire students and develop a genuine love of the subject.
• Prepare students effectively for GCSE English Language and Literature examinations.
• Develop students' ability to analyse texts, construct well-developed arguments and communicate their ideas confidently.
• Encourage students to read widely and engage with a diverse range of literary texts.
• Differentiate lessons effectively to meet the needs of students of varying abilities.
• Challenge high-achieving students while providing appropriate support and intervention for those who require additional assistance.
• Use formative and summative assessment to monitor progress and identify areas for development.
• Provide high-quality feedback that enables students to understand how to improve.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, effort and academic achievement.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the English department to develop curriculum resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies.
• Contribute to departmental meetings, assessment, moderation and curriculum development.
• Support enrichment activities and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
• Promote the school's CARE values through classroom practice and interactions with students.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an English Teacher who:

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Has experience teaching KS3 and KS4, ideally including GCSE.
• Is passionate about English and committed to inspiring young women to achieve their academic potential.
• Has excellent classroom management skills and high expectations of students.
• Is confident teaching students of different abilities and backgrounds.
• Can challenge and stretch high-achieving students.
• Can build positive