Teacher of English
Croydon
April 2026
Permanent
MPS/UPS including Outer London Allowance
Tradewind Recruitment are excited to be partnering with a prestigious Croydon based school in their recruitment of an English teacher to start in April 2026. The school are looking for an enthusiastic and creative English teacher with a passion for their subject and a commitment to high quality teaching. Excellent subject knowledge and commitment to continually develop it. Each member of the department is seen as an integral part of the team, working together sharing ideas and developing resources cohesively. The successful candidate will have the capacity to bring innovative ideas to the classroom and show a strong record of raising student attainment through their teaching.
Teach from Year 7 to A Level in both Language and Literature
Use creativity to develop rich and exciting lessons to cater for all pupils
Join a highly successful and committed team with excellent results
Work alongside knowledgeable and experienced colleagues
Be part of a school that has been in Croydon for over 300 years, with strong traditions and wide-ranging extra-curricular activities
Develop professionally and personally in a secure, but lively atmosphere
Model the school's pastoral care and their Christian ethos
The English Department is a strong department that is well respected within the school. The department believe in mixed ability teaching at all levels from KS3 up to KS5. They have a history of strong examination results at GCSE and A Level in both English Language and English Literature. For the past three years, the Department has been focusing on developing an innovative KS3 curriculum that prepares pupils for the demands of the strengthened GCSE and broadens their understanding, and enjoyment of Literature and Language. To further enrich pupils' experience of English, they offer a variety of visits and extra-curricular clubs. The school prides itself on working together as a team, planning collaboratively and supporting each other in every aspect of day-to-day teaching and learning.
If this sounds the kind of environment you enjoy teaching in and you are passionate about English and committed to achieving outstanding student attainment outcomes, then Tradewind would welcome hearing from you immediately.
To apply for this role you will need to:
* Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification
* Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* CV must cover full work history
* Legal right to work in the UK
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