Teacher of English

University College School; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in London is seeking a full-time Teacher of English. The ideal candidate will be a strong graduate with a passion for English Literature, capable of inspiring pupils across all age groups. This role offers a competitive salary above national scales and encourages involvement in co-curricular activities, providing a rich educational atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Loans for house purchase

Reduced-fee education for children

Access to private Health & Fitness Club at reduced rate

Qualifications

• Strong graduate with a relevant degree.
• Ability to convey passion for literature to pupils.
• Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Develop career in a lively and innovative setting.
• Act as a Form Tutor.
• Contribute to the English department's activities.

Skills

Passion for English Literature

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of a relevant degree course

Job description

Job Title

Teacher of English at University College School

Job Reference: EDV/2025/UCS/04347

Location: Frognal, Hampstead, London, Greater London, NW3 6XH

Contract Type: Fixed Term/Maternity Cover

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive above national scales

Closing Date: 12:00pm, 24th Sep 2025

Start Date: January 2026

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): 1 October 2025

About this Role

This offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to develop their career in a lively and innovative setting as part of a dynamic, supportive and collaborative department. The successful applicant will be a strong graduate of a relevant degree course, with a deep passion for English Literature and the ability to convey this effectively to pupils across all age groups. A willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school and to act as a Form Tutor is an important requirement.

About the School

University College School was founded in 1830 to promote principles of liberal scholarship. Our aim is intellectual curiosity, breadth of study and independence of mind. We foster independence of mind, value individuality, and create a diverse and inclusive community. Academic results are excellent. Music and drama are strong, and the school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities.

The English Department

English at UCS fosters a love of literature and language, encouraging pupils to read widely, think critically, and write with precision and creativity. In recent years, over 90% of A-level or Pre-U results have been graded A. GCSE Language and Literature results are consistently above 90%. The department follows Edexcel International GCSE specifications for English Language and English Literature and Eduqas at A-level.

Within programmes of study and examination specifications, teachers pursue their own schemes of work, typically in collaboration with colleagues. Weekly meetings allow staff to share best practice and establish common objectives. The department organises a wide range of co-curricular events, theatre trips, and academic workshops. It runs clubs and societies such as the Diversity Book Club and the Advanced Reading Group. The Gunn Essay Prize and UCS Poetry Competition are major annual events. The English Department has six teaching rooms, extensive resources, ICT provision, and a library of critical material.

Salary and Benefits

UCS has a competitive salary scale above the national pay scales. The school offers loans to assist with house purchase and daily travel expenses, with eligibility assessed as needed. If admitted, staff may access reduced-fee education for their children. All staff are entitled to UCS Active (the private Health & Fitness Club) at a heavily reduced rate.

Arrangements for the Appointment

Please submit your application via the UCS page on My New Term. The closing date for applications is 12:00pm on Wednesday 24 September 2025. We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the process; early applications are welcome. For more information about the role, please download the Job Description and visit our Careers page.

University College School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check along with a Children’s barred list check before commencing employment. UCS will also undertake its own recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.

Related Documents

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Contact Details

UCS Recruitment Team
020 7433 2110
[e-mail]

University College School
Frognal, Hampstead, London
Greater London
NW3 6XH