English Teacher - Outstanding School - Lambeth

Are you a passionate English Teacher who enjoys helping students become confident readers, thoughtful writers and effective communicators? Are you looking for a new opportunity within a supportive secondary school where high expectations and professional development are taken seriously?

• English Teacher Role

• Teaching English across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 available for the right candidate

• Lambeth

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

• Full-time, Permanent

• ASAP Start

An Outstanding secondary school in Lambeth is looking to appoint an enthusiastic English Teacher to join its successful English department. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who has strong subject knowledge, high expectations and a genuine desire to help young people make excellent progress.

You will teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the possibility of teaching A-Level English for an appropriately experienced candidate. The successful teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons across a range of literature and language topics, ensuring students develop the knowledge, analytical skills and confidence needed to succeed.

The school is looking for someone who can make English accessible and engaging to students of different abilities. You will be expected to create lessons that encourage discussion, independent thinking and a genuine appreciation of literature while ensuring students are well prepared for examinations.

You will join a collaborative department where teachers share resources, discuss teaching strategies and work together to improve student outcomes. There is a strong culture of professional development, and the school is keen to support teachers who want to develop their careers.

English Teacher - School Information

The school is a high-performing Outstanding secondary school in Lambeth with a strong reputation for academic achievement and student development. It provides a structured and supportive environment where students are encouraged to work hard and take pride in their education.

The English department is well established and benefits from experienced teachers, well-planned schemes of work and access to appropriate teaching resources. The school places strong emphasis on developing literacy across the curriculum and ensuring students have the skills required for further education and employment.

Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment and regular opportunities for professional development. Teachers are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to the continued development of the curriculum.

English Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• English Literature, English Language or related degree

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching English at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 English

• GCSE English Language and Literature experience

• KS5 experience would be advantageous

• Strong subject knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Effective classroom management

• Ability to differentiate lessons for different abilities

• Commitment to student progress and achievement

Salary

The salary for this English Teacher position will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

Please send your application for this English Teacher position through as soon as possible. The school is keen to arrange interviews promptly and is looking for a teacher who can start ASAP.