Job Description
English Teacher\n Secondary School - Hillingdon, London\n\nA thriving secondary school in Hillingdon is looking for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join their team. This full-time position is available immediately, with the contract lasting until at least July 2025. The school is open to part-time applicants as well.\n\nRole Overview:\n As an English Teacher, you will inspire students to explore the world of literature, language, and communication.
You will deliver engaging and challenging lessons to a range of year groups, helping students develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills while fostering a love of literature.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nTeach English Language and Literature across various year groups, ensuring lessons are dynamic, inclusive, and stimulating.\n\nEncourage students to develop strong analytical, writing, and speaking skills through a variety of literary texts and themes.\n\nCreate a supportive and positive classroom environment where students feel empowered to participate and share their ideas.\n\nDifferentiate lessons to meet the diverse needs of students and ensure every learner can succeed.\n\nPrepare students for GCSE and A-Level exams, guiding them to reach their full academic potential.\n\nContribute to the wider school community through extracurricular activities such as reading clubs, drama productions, or after-school sessions.\n\nQualifications and Person Specification:\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.\n\nA degree in English, English Literature, or a related field.\n\nProven experience teaching English at secondary school level.\n\nA passion for literature and teaching, with the ability to inspire and motivate students.\n\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering student growth.\n\nApproachable, enthusiastic, and dedicated to creating an engaging and inclusive classroom atmosphere.\n\nWhy Join Us?\n Our school in Hillingdon is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student can achieve success. As part of our dynamic English department, you will have the opportunity to inspire students to develop a lifelong love of reading, writing, and learning. We value our teachers and offer a collaborative environment where professional development is encouraged and supported.\n\nHow to Apply:\n\nCall Anna Opacak to find out more on (phone number removed) or email your CV to with the reference number in the title.\n\nWe look forward to hearing from you