Teacher of English – Harrow
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Job Location:
Greater London - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A large and well-respected 1118 secondary school in Harrow is seeking a dedicated and skilled Teacher of English to join its successful department. The school has a strong academic profile with consistently positive GCSE outcomes and a growing Sixth Form cohort choosing English Literature and Language at A-Level.
Serving a diverse and ambitious community the school places literacy at the heart of its curriculum. The English department plays a central role in whole-school improvement leading reading initiatives vocabulary development strategies and cross-curricular literacy support.
The Role
You will teach English across KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to teach at A-Level depending on experience. The department follows a well-sequenced curriculum that balances canonical texts with contemporary voices ensuring students engage with a broad and challenging literary diet.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering high-quality English Language and Literature lessons
Preparing students effectively for GCSE examinations
Supporting the development of reading writing and analytical skills
Contributing to curriculum planning and assessment moderation
Participating in enrichment activities such as debating theatre trips or reading clubs
There is scope for future progression within the department for candidates who demonstrate strong impact.
The English Department
The English team is collaborative well-led and highly structured. Schemes of work are carefully mapped and shared resources ensure consistency across year groups while still allowing teachers autonomy in delivery.
Department strengths include:
Strong GCSE results and improving A-Level outcomes
Regular departmental CPD and moderation
Clear assessment systems
Whole-school literacy leadership
Students are encouraged to think critically and articulate their ideas confidently with classroom discussions forming a key part of learning.
The School
Located in Harrow with excellent transport links the school combines high expectations with strong pastoral systems. Behaviour procedures are consistent and well-embedded creating focused classrooms.
Leadership is visible and committed to staff wellbeing. Professional development is structured and staff voice is valued in decision-making processes.
The school offers:
Modern teaching facilities
A dedicated Sixth Form centre
A structured ECT and CPD programme
A stable and experienced staff team
Who Were Looking For
The successful candidate will:
Hold QTS and a degree in English or a related subject
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across Language and Literature
Deliver engaging well-structured lessons
Maintain high standards of behaviour and academic expectation
Contribute positively to departmental development
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ambitious ECTs.
Whats On Offer
A high-performing Harrow secondary school environment
A well-led and supportive English department
Clear behaviour systems and structured curriculum
Strong professional development pathways
Opportunities for progression within a growing faculty
This is an excellent opportunity for an English specialist seeking to work in a structured ambitious and well-supported school in Harrow.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Curriculum Development
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- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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