Teacher of English

PLATANOS COLLEGE; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join PLATANOS COLLEGE as an exceptional teacher of English in a vibrant school for pupils aged 11-19. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and significantly impact their learning. With excellent facilities and support for professional development, you can grow in a high-performing environment committed to education excellence.

Benefits

Best professional development opportunities

Supportive educational environment

Qualifications

• Outstanding teacher with excellent subject knowledge.
• Passionate about raising attainment and expectations.
• Creative approach to teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to KS3 and KS4 pupils.
• Inspire pupils and maintain high standards.
• Develop and grow in a supportive educational environment.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Creativity

Inspiring pupils

Commitment to high standards

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

We are seeking an outstanding teacher of English to join our vibrant and successful school (for pupils aged 11-19). This role is for KS3 and KS4.

Platanos College is an ambitious and high-performing school. We have a new state-of-the-art building with superb ICT facilities. It is just the place for talented, ambitious individuals to develop their career and make their mark.

The ideal candidate will be an outstanding teacher, with excellent subject knowledge and a passion for raising attainment and expectations. You will also need to be creative in your approach to teaching and learning, with the ability to inspire pupils and maintain a commitment to high standards.

In return:

• You will be part of a strong educational environment with the chance to develop and grow;
• You will be supported with the best professional development and learning opportunities across the trust.

We want you to succeed too.

Applications from ECTs will also be considered.

To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Applicants should complete the employment application form found on our website and return by email to [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: Friday 27th June 2025 (or sooner if a suitable number of applications are received before this date).

Start date: September 2025.

Platanos College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and external agencies to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and will be checked against the DBS barred list. Appointments are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references as per our Safer Recruitment Policy.