English Teacher

English Teacher – Full-Time | Outstanding Secondary School | Barnet

Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Contract
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

An Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Barnet is seeking a talented and motivated English Teacher to join their dedicated and high-performing staff team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving English department in a school that is committed to academic excellence and nurturing student potential.

About the School

Located in the heart of Barnet, this high-achieving and oversubscribed secondary school has a long-standing reputation for delivering outstanding outcomes across all key stages. With a supportive senior leadership team, a positive staff culture, and consistently excellent behaviour from students, the school offers a rewarding and professionally fulfilling environment.

The school has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all categories, with particular praise for its strong leadership, exceptional teaching, and inclusive ethos. Students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum, and the school is proud of its strong enrichment offer, particularly in the creative arts and humanities.

The Role

We are looking for a qualified English Teacher who can teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. You will join a forward-thinking department that values innovation, collaboration, and a passion for language and literature. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and strong ECTs looking to develop their practice in a supportive and high-performing school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum

• Teach English Language and Literature to students across all year groups, including GCSE and A-Level

• Use a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities

• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress in a timely and constructive manner

• Work closely with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and share best practices

• Contribute to department and whole-school initiatives aimed at improving outcomes

• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment conducive to learning

• Participate in school events, parent evenings, and extra-curricular activities

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable English specialist with a strong academic background and a commitment to outstanding teaching and learning.

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK

• A degree in English or a closely related field

• A strong subject knowledge across both Language and Literature

• Ability to teach all secondary key stages, including A-Level

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school

Desirable:

• Experience teaching in a high-achieving school setting

• Evidence of strong student outcomes and effective classroom management

• Familiarity with recent curriculum developments in English

• Enthusiasm for contributing to the school’s extra-curricular programme (e.g., creative writing, debating, school productions)

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding school with a reputation for excellence

• A committed and supportive staff body focused on continuous improvement

• Access to high-quality professional development and training opportunities

• A well-resourced English department with a culture of innovation and success

• Enthusiastic, respectful, and hardworking students who are keen to learn

• Strong support from SLT and a well-established mentoring programme for new staff

• Excellent facilities including modern classrooms, a dedicated sixth form centre, and digital learning resources

If you are an ambitious and enthusiastic English Teacher looking to make a real difference in a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please apply online or send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to abbie@educatestaffing.co.uk. Early applications are encouraged, as the school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.