Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Independent School Location: South West London Start Date: ASAP Contract: Temporary – initially until December 2026, with potential extension into 2027 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience…

Pay rate £200 – £320/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 2 September 2026

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Teacher of English – Independent School

Location: South West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temporary – initially until December 2026, with potential extension into 2027
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Teacher of English to join a well-regarded independent school in South West London. The school is looking for an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join the English department as soon as possible, initially through to the end of December, with the potential for the role to continue into 2027.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging English lessons across the relevant key stages, supporting students to achieve strong academic outcomes and contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

The Role

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Teach English across KS4 and KS5 - Experience essential

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Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons

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Assess, mark and provide constructive feedback to students

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Support students of varying abilities through effective differentiation

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Contribute to the wider English department and school community

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Maintain high standards of behaviour, progress and attainment

The Ideal Candidate

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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable

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Strong subject knowledge in English

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Previous experience teaching in a secondary school or independent school setting

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Experience teaching GCSE and A-Level English is essential

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A-Level English teaching experience would be advantageous

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Enthusiastic, reliable and passionate about teaching

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Able to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

Why Apply?

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Excellent independent school environment

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Supportive and well-established English department

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Immediate start available

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Initial contract until December 2026

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Potential for extension into 2027

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Competitive rate of pay

Safeguarding:
Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and relevant employment checks in line with current safeguarding requirements

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