TEACHER OF ENGLISH

What skills and experience we're looking for

This full-time post is available from September 2026 and offers an exciting opportunity to join a successful Faculty.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to teach English in a highly successful, lively and supportive faculty. The successful candidate will have insight and enthusiasm; should be willing to adopt an innovative approach to curriculum planning and be committed to using a wide range of approaches to support pupils making progress in and out of lessons.

TLR2B (£5722) is available for a suitably qualified candidate willing to undertake the role of Second in Charge of English.

What the school offers its staff

The school enjoys a low staff turnover and is able to attract and retain well qualified and committed staff. There is an excellent programme of support for both new and experienced staff. We offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team
• The opportunity to work with pastoral and subject leaders to create an exciting and engaging curriculum
• Enhanced professional and career development

The school is a founder member of the highly regarded Bromley Schools Centred Initial Teacher Training Collegiate which enables our staff to share their expertise and good practice with others.

Staff wellbeing is a key focus for the school with an Assistant Headteacher having specific responsibility in this area. A number of “treats” are arranged throughout the year and the school runs a “Staff Hero of the Term” award where the winner receives a £50 voucher of their choice. In addition, some of the many benefits staff enjoy are free on-site parking, free tea/coffee at break, child-care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, free flu vaccinations and the opportunity to join outstanding residential trips such as trips to Iceland, and the annual ski-trip.

“Staff are proud to work at the school”

“Leaders have considered the workload of staff and have taken effective steps to improve staff well-being”

(Ofsted 2023)

Further details about the role

The Department has a good record of success in public examinations. At GCSE in 2025, students met national averages across English language and are working well towards this with English literature. Our A-Level results were some of the best in school and area, reaching ALPS 3. All students study English Literature as well as English Language at KS4 and can choose either at KS5.

All applications will be considered including those who are new to the profession.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.