Teacher of English - TLR (QTS)

CLARUS EDUCATION; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Teacher of English to join their dynamic team at a recently rated ‘Good’ Secondary Academy. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to their academic journey in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will be committed to continuous professional development and will benefit from a range of perks, including private healthcare and career progression opportunities. If you are an ambitious educator eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Benenden Private Healthcare

Generous leave for support staff

Two weeks’ full pay paternity leave

Retained STPCD 2012

Minimum 16% PPA for teaching staff

Access to Teachers' or Local Government Pension schemes

On-site, non-profit, term-time nursery

Staff forum and wellbeing support

Focus on staff well-being and welfare

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have QTS and UK teaching experience.
• Strong subject knowledge and reflective practice are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons to students.
• Collaborate with the English department to enhance teaching.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

UK teaching experience

Subject knowledge in English

Reflective practice

Education

Secondary subject qualification

Job description

Teacher of English - TLR (QTS)

Salary: M1-UPS 3 Inner London + TLR 2A

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: September 2025

Essential: Must have QTS and UK teaching experience

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Teacher of English at our recently Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ Secondary Academy.

Our academy is on an exciting journey, and we are looking for a Teacher of English who is committed to making a difference to the lives of our students. We seek a dynamic and inspirational teacher who is ambitious and passionate about their subject. The successful applicant will have high expectations, be a reflective practitioner eager to develop and improve their teaching, and share our belief that students deserve an exceptional curriculum and the very best teaching. We believe in our students.

We know that great teachers are always keen to develop and learn. We are committed to ensuring manageable workload for all positions. We trust our teachers and leaders to make the right decisions for their areas of responsibility.

Students enjoy studying English at our Secondary School Academy. Department meetings focus on developing staff expertise. The English department has a strong collaborative culture, creating an exciting learning environment with staff passionate about sharing excellent lessons and experiences. Our English Literature A-level classes are growing, and we are looking for someone eager to join our enthusiastic team.

We are an approachable leadership team focused on continuous improvement in teaching and learning, committed to staff professional development. Staff enjoy their work because they make a difference for students daily. Relationships are a strength, with friendly and respectful students. Staff also benefit from career progression and development opportunities, as we nurture future leaders.

The Staff Forum ensures strong communication between staff and leadership, and we aim to minimize unnecessary data entry or paperwork.

Benefits include:

• Benenden Private Healthcare – responsive medical care, potentially extended to family and friends
• Generous leave for support staff
• Two weeks’ full pay paternity leave
• Retained STPCD 2012 including automatic main scale progression for teachers
• Minimum 16% PPA for teaching staff
• Access to Teachers' or Local Government Pension schemes
• On-site, non-profit, term-time nursery (opening 2024)
• Staff forum and wellbeing support
• Focus on staff well-being and welfare
• Career progression opportunities
• Winter well-being holiday
• Free on-site parking
• Free hot drinks

Ofsted 2023 highlights:

• High expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND
• Pupils feel safe, are happy, polite, and considerate
• Positive staff-pupil relationships reflecting respect
• Ambitious, well-ordered curriculum with strong subject knowledge
• Calm learning environment, high attendance, good behavior

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. All applicants must have QTS awarded by the British Department of Education and a Secondary subject qualification.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS clearance and employment references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.