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Position: English TeacherLocation: LewishamContract Type: Full-time, PermanentStart Date: September 2025Salary: Paid to scale
About Us:The school prides themselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Their dedicated team of staff work collaboratively to inspire and challenge the students. They are now seeking a passionate and dynamic English teacher to join the Secondary School team and contribute to the continued success of the students.
The Role:As an English teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential for teaching Key Stage 5. You will inspire students to develop a love for reading, writing, and critical thinking while helping them build the skills necessary for success in both their academic and personal lives.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and effective English lessons.
- Develop schemes of work and resources that support the curriculum.
- Monitor and support student progress, providing feedback to help them improve.
- Foster a positive and supportive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency and best practice in teaching.
- Participate in school-wide activities and contribute to the wider life of the school.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Hold a relevant degree (e.g., English, English Literature) and a teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS).
- Have a passion for English and the ability to inspire students.
- Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a strong understanding of the National Curriculum.
- Be a positive and enthusiastic team player with strong communication skills.
- Have experience teaching at a secondary school level (desirable, but not essential).
- Show a commitment to the academic, social, and emotional development of students.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Access to a range of resources and teaching tools.
- A positive and respectful school culture.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
