Second in Charge 2ic of English

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in South London is seeking a motivated Second in Charge of English to join their outstanding team. The role offers a supportive environment and excellent opportunities for career development. With a focus on high expectations and student engagement, this position is perfect for passionate educators looking to make an impact.

Benefits

Private health care for all staff

Two staff well-being days per academic year

Loyalty service payments

Opportunities for career development

Annual travel loans for season tickets

Cycle to work scheme

Free use of school gym and swimming pool

Regular staff social events

Excellent public transport links

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Suitable for experienced teachers and aspiring leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Key Stage provision as Second in Charge of English.
• Deliver outstanding lessons to students.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Inspiration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Description

SECOND IN CHARGE (2IC) OF ENGLISH

• Salary: Inner London Pay Scale, MPS/UPS (£38,766 to £60,092) + TLR 2C (£7,512)
• Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
• To Start: September 2025
• Location: Hollydale Rd, London, SE15 2EB, London Borough of Southwark

We are looking to appoint a motivated and inspirational English Teacher to join our team of outstanding staff in this popular and high-achieving curriculum area. English is a popular subject with a history of excellent outcomes. As Second in Charge (2IC) of English, you will also lead a Key Stage provision. This role is suitable for both experienced teachers and aspiring leaders.

In 2024, the department's outcomes were:

• A Level (27 entries); English A*-A: 30%, A*-B: 67%

St Thomas the Apostle School is an 11-18 Catholic boys' school with a co-educational Sixth Form in South London. We are an outstanding school and the 2017 TES Secondary School of the Year. We pride ourselves on high expectations, creating a calm learning environment where teachers can teach and students can learn. This post offers an excellent opportunity to develop your teaching within an outstanding setting. We provide a highly supportive environment committed to outstanding teaching, behaviour, and achievement.

With our expanding Sixth Form and ongoing development plans, this is an exciting time to join our team. We seek an excellent classroom practitioner passionate about their subject to deliver outstanding lessons to our exceptional students.

Benefits of working at St Thomas the Apostle:

• Private health care for all staff
• Two staff well-being days per academic year
• Loyalty service payments
• Opportunities for career development
• Annual travel loans for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free use of school gym and swimming pool
• Regular staff social events
• Excellent public transport links
• Free onsite parking
• Work at a high-performing, outstanding school with high pupil engagement and impeccable behaviour
• Outstanding facilities and modern, light buildings
• Lower-than-average pupil-to-staff ratios
• Safe cycle storage and Friday pastries

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact Ellie or Francisca to arrange a visit.

We actively seek to increase workforce diversity and welcome applications from people of Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds.

How to apply

Request an application form from Ellie or Francisca or call for more information. Applications are directly to the school. Closing date: no later than 5 pm on Monday, 19th May 2025. Interviews will be scheduled subsequently. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The school reserves the right to close the advert early.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check and additional pre-employment checks, including online/social media checks and references, are required.