English Teacher - Croydon, South London (Independent School) 🖋️

Cultivate Critical Minds: Premier English Teacher Role at a Croydon Independent School!

We are seeking an intellectually rigorous and inspiring English Teacher to join a highly respected independent senior school located in the vibrant borough of Croydon. This is a superb opportunity to work with motivated students, champion literary exploration, and contribute to a culture that values academic depth.

About the School: Culture and Ambition

The Academy of St. Edmund (Fictitious) is known for its high academic standards and strong emphasis on developing independent, articulate thinkers. The school successfully prepares a high proportion of students for competitive university courses. The English department is dynamic, focusing on a broad literary curriculum that encourages critical debate, advanced analytical writing, and creative expression across all age groups. The school offers excellent professional support and a friendly, collaborative staff environment.

Key Responsibilities & Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a highly academic specialist with a strong degree (2:1 or higher) in English Literature or Language, and a successful history of teaching high-ability pupils.

In this full-time role, you will:

• Advanced Instruction: Teach English Literature and English Language with exceptional depth and sophistication across all secondary levels, specialising in GCSE and A-Level.
• Curriculum Rigour: Design and deliver a demanding curriculum that covers canonical texts, diverse contemporary voices, and complex critical theories.
• Skill Development: Develop students' analytical, research, and essay-writing skills to a high standard, effectively preparing them for Oxbridge and Russell Group applications.
• Academic Enrichment: Actively contribute to the intellectual life of the school, possibly by running a Literary Society, Debating Club, or contributing to the school magazine.
• Assessment: Provide detailed, scholarly, and constructive feedback that directly informs high student attainment.

Remuneration & Next Steps

This role offers a highly competitive salary package, often above the maintained sector scales, reflecting the school's prestige and the Outer London location.

Salary and Application:

• Salary: Highly competitive, paid on the Independent School's own generous pay scale, commensurate with your experience.
• Action: If you are an exceptional English Teacher ready to shape the intellectual futures of students at a premier independent school in Croydon, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our specialist team directly for further details. We encourage prompt applications.