Teacher of English | Outstanding School in Kensington

An Outstanding Ofsted-rated Secondary School located in Kensington and Chelsea, recognised for its supportive community and exemplary pupil conduct, requires a dedicated Teacher of English for a Permanent, Full-Time appointment, starting January 2026.

Compensation & Contract

• Job Title: Teacher of English
• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
• Start Date: January 2026
• Salary: Paid on the Inner London Teachers' Pay Scales (MPS/UPS).

The Role

• The successful Teacher of English will provide instruction in English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3, 4 (GCSE), and 5 (A-Level).
• The Teacher of English will benefit from a highly collegiate departmental environment, which prioritises shared pedagogical best practice.
• The Teacher of English will assume a crucial role in elevating literacy and communication standards across the entire school.
• The institution seeks an experienced Teacher of English capable of motivating and engaging a diverse student body.
• The ideal Teacher of English will be committed to fulfilling pastoral responsibilities, thereby reinforcing the school’s nurturing ethos.
• Qualified candidates are invited to join this exceptional team as a Teacher of English.
• Applications are welcomed from dedicated and ambitious educators for the post of Teacher of English.
• This position necessitates a highly effective and passionate Teacher of English.

Requirements

• A degree in English and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven successful track record teaching English at both GCSE and A-Level.
• Demonstrated commitment to contributing to the school's wider pastoral and co-curricular provision.
• A clear understanding of effective strategies for teaching English to a diverse London cohort.

About the School Schools in this area are highly selective, encompassing both independent and state sectors. They attract intellectually ambitious pupils, provide exemplary pastoral care, and are renowned for achieving high university progression rates.