Teacher of English - Burntwood - An Academy for Girls

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is on the lookout for a passionate Teacher of English to join their dynamic team. This full-time, permanent position offers the opportunity to inspire students at both GCSE and A level. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and expertise in English, contributing to a multi-cultural environment that values equality and safeguarding. With a commitment to nurturing young minds, this role promises a fulfilling career path in a supportive atmosphere. If you are ready to make a difference in students' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about English and able to teach to GCSE level.
• Experience necessary to fulfil the role.

Responsibilities

• Join a successful English and Media Cluster.
• Teach English and potentially Film and Media Studies.

Skills

Teaching English

GCSE Level Teaching

A Level Teaching

Film and Media Studies

Education

Relevant Degree

Job description

Teacher of English - Burntwood - An Academy for Girls

About Us

Teacher of English

Full Time - Permanent

Reporting to: Head of Cluster

Required from September 2025

We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our successful English and Media Cluster commencing September 2025.

Applications are most welcome from experienced teachers and suitably qualified ECTs. Applicants must be passionate about English and able to teach to GCSE level as well as have the potential to take on A level teaching. The successful candidate will have the previous experience necessary to fulfil such a role and a relevant degree. There may be an opportunity to teach some Film and Media Studies for a suitably qualified candidate.

Burntwood is a popular, highly successful, multi-cultural school. We put equality, safeguarding and inclusion at the heart of our ethos. Burntwood has a strong corporate identity characterised by our firm commitment to the UNICEF Convention on the Rights of the Child.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: Friday 16th May 2025 (at 11am)

If you have not been called for interview by Wednesday 20th May 2025, you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

It is likely that interviews will take place the following week.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

CVs or any other form of application will not be accepted.