English Teacher (English) Tower Hamlets, England
Salary: GBP40317 - GBP62496 per annum + TLR Available
English Teacher – Inner London – Tower Hamlets
A high‑achieving, Ofsted‑rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school based in Tower Hamlets is searching for a passionate and dynamic English teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a full‑time, permanent position.
The Head Teacher has built a strong positive reputation over the years, with impressive Progress 8 reports and supportive school behaviour policies in place. This has created the perfect environment for students and staff to thrive both academically and professionally.
What’s on offer
* In 2023, the school placed in the top 5% of schools in England for their GCSE results
* Seven other qualified teachers to work alongside (who have been at the school for 5+ years)
* Experienced graduate teaching assistants available for additional in‑class and out‑of‑class support
* Supportive school with behaviour, SEN and inclusion policies at the centre of learning
* TLR opportunities for experienced teachers looking for additional responsibility such as 2iC or KS3 lead
* For ECTs, there is a tailored, in‑house ECT induction programme with ongoing mentorship from an established team of early‑career colleagues
Job description – English teacher
* Teacher of English teaching across KS3 – KS5
* TLR opportunity for additional responsibility (2iC or KS3 lead)
* Full‑time, permanent contractASAP start
* Inner London payscale
* MPS1 – UPS3 + TLR opportunity
* Located in Tower Hamlets
* ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report in 2023
* Modern, forward‑thinking MAT secondary school
* Impressive progress 8 reports
* Newly refurbished and extensively resourced English department
* Experienced graduate teaching assistants available for additional in‑class and out‑of‑class support
* Supportive school with behaviour, SEN and inclusion policies at the centre of learning
* Plenty of CPD and NPQ opportunities for all staff
* Excellent commute links via public transport
Applicant specification
* UK QTS or in the process of gaining
* Strong academics across the board – degree, A Levels and GCSEs
* Previous teaching experience
* ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ lesson observation/placement reports
* Motivated teacher who is receptive to all feedback
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