English Teacher
Role: English Teacher
Rate of Pay: £206 - £277 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: Mid-September 2026 | Long-Term Role until July 2027
Location: Greenwich
An outstanding secondary school in Greenwich is seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join its successful English department on a long-term basis from mid-September 2026 until July 2027.
This forward-thinking secondary school combines innovative teaching and learning with traditional values, creating an environment where both students and staff thrive. The school is committed to ensuring every student achieves their full potential through high-quality teaching, excellent pastoral care and a culture of ambition. Staff benefit from exceptional leadership, outstanding professional development and a collaborative working environment where wellbeing is genuinely valued.
The successful English Teacher will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of literature and language while helping students achieve excellent academic outcomes. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
The successful English Teacher will have:
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (ECTs are welcome to apply)
- A degree or equivalent qualification in English or a related subject
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
Teaching Experience
- Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school
- The ability to plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons across KS3 and KS4
- A passion for inspiring students of all abilities to achieve their full potential
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND and adapting teaching to meet individual needs
- A strong track record of promoting excellent pupil progress
- Experience working collaboratively with colleagues and support staff
- A willingness to contribute positively to the wider school community
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent subject knowledge of the secondary English curriculum
- Strong classroom management skills
- Effective use of assessment to support teaching and learning
- Confident use of ICT to enhance learning
- The ability to differentiate effectively for pupils with varying needs, including EAL and SEND
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Personal Qualities
- Passionate about English and education
- High expectations of both pupils and themselves
- A reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement
- An excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Positive, enthusiastic and motivated with a good sense of humour
Why join this school?
- Good Ofsted-rated secondary school
- Consistently strong pupil progress and academic outcomes
- Outstanding English department with a collaborative team culture
- Modern curriculum and innovative teaching approaches
- Excellent student behaviour and positive learning environment
- Extensive enrichment opportunities across the curriculum
- High-quality CPD and career development opportunities
- Excellent transport links by road and rail
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) awarded by the UK Department for Education and have experience teaching English within a UK secondary school.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education today. We will contact shortlisted candidates within 48 hours of receiving an application.
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Pay: £206.00-£277.00 per day
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
