English Teacher
| Posting date: | 09 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £37,870.0 to £56,154.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Outer London MPS/UPS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 November 2025 |
| Location: | South London, London, DA8 3RW |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4732895_1760016787 |
Summary
Permanent English Teacher
Location: Outer London
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Term Time
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner)
Pay Scale: Outer London MPS/UPS
Your New Company
An ambitious and inclusive secondary academy in Outer London is seeking a talented English teacher to join its thriving department. The school is known for its strong leadership, collaborative culture, and commitment to high standards in teaching and learning. With a focus on student wellbeing and academic progress, it offers a supportive environment where both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) can grow and succeed.
Your New Role
As a permanent English teacher, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality English education across KS3 and KS4. You'll be responsible for planning and teaching engaging lessons that foster a love of literature and language, while supporting students of varying abilities to achieve their full potential. You'll also contribute to departmental planning, assessment strategies, and wider school initiatives.
This is a full-time role, ideal for someone who is passionate about English and eager to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking school.
What You'll Need to Succeed
We welcome applications from:
-Qualified teachers with QTS or equivalent
-Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for a supportive start
-Educators with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive practice
Key attributes:
-Ability to deliver engaging and differentiated lessons
-Confident classroom presence and effective behaviour management
-Passion for English and a desire to inspire young minds
-Commitment to safeguarding and professional development
What You'll Get in Return
-Permanent contract on Outer London pay scale
-Access to high-quality CPD and career progression pathways
-Supportive leadership and mentoring for ECTs
-A well-resourced English department with a collaborative team
-Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a vibrant school community
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to Ellie Field at Hays to be considered. Early applications are encouraged, and interviews may be held before the closing date.
Make your mark, join a school that values creativity, excellence, and the power of great teaching.
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