Job Description
TEACHER OF ENGLISH
HASMONEAN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS - LOCATION: MILL HILL
SALARY: MPS / UPS (OUTER LONDON)CONTRACT: FULL-TIME (and PART-TIME CONSIDERED)
REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2026
Achieve Excellence in a Unique Environment
Hasmonean High School for Girls is a national leader in education, currently ranked as the 8th-highest-performing comprehensive school in the country. Our English department is a powerhouse of achievement and our students are highly motivated and high-achieving.
We are now looking for a talented practitioner to join our thriving team and help maintain these exceptional standards.
Who Are You?
You are a modern, open-minded professional who embraces the latest technologies and pedagogical strategies to enhance learning. You don't just teach English; you build relationships.
The ideal candidate will:
* Demonstrate excellent classroom control and a deep passion for subject pedagogy.
* Be a fierce advocate for studying English as well as reading for pleasure, preparing female students for elite careers in finance, professional services, and the arts.
* Possess the rapport-building skills necessary to inspire and mentor ambitious young women.
* Have the expertise to stretch our most able students at A-Level and beyond.
Why Choose Hasmonean?
We are proud to be a school that genuinely values staff welfare. We offer a work-life balance that is rare within the education sector:
* Early Finish Fridays: The school closes at lunchtime every Friday
* On-Site Childcare: Access to our subsidised nursery on site.
* Flexible Working: The opportunity to work from home one morning or afternoon per fortnight
Join Our Mission
If you are ready to play a key role in developing a curriculum that empowers students to succeed in tertiary education and high-level professional fields, we want to hear from you.
Interested applicants are welcome to make an informal visit to the school.
Please note that we will review applications as they come in and interview as appropriate. This may lead to the ad closing early. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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