Teacher of English - Outstanding School in Islington

Marchant Recruitment
London

Outstanding-rated Secondary School in Islington is seeking a part-time English Teacher for a fixed-term Maternity Cover contract, starting January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive and successful Humanities faculty.

About the School

This school feels like a true community hub. It's known locally for its supportive staff culture and the vibrant student body who genuinely enjoy coming to school. Teachers here are encouraged to be creative; there's a strong focus on extracurricular activities like debating and theatre, which complements the academic rigour. The environment is one where autonomous and intensive thought is encouraged in all lessons, and everyone's wellbeing is taken seriously, making it a supportive place to take on a fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

  • The English Teacher will deliver high-quality, inspiring tuition across Key Stages 3, 4 (GCSE), and 5 (A-Level) on a part-time basis.
  • The teacher is responsible for driving high attainment and promoting sophisticated literary critique and advanced writing skills.
  • They must actively contribute to the school's literacy provision and cultural calendar.
  • The English Teacher is expected to cover all duties relevant to the fixed-term post and participate proactively in departmental planning.

Requirements

  • Holds or is soon to obtain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Has the right to work in the UK.
  • Holds a Degree or has experience teaching English.

Benefits

  • Excellent pro-rata salary paid on the Inner London Teachers' Pay Scale (M/UPS).
  • Enrolment in a generous pension scheme (pro-rata contributions).
  • A strong, supportive team environment with established resources.
  • Dedicated budget and time allocated for specialist professional development.

Application

Please send your application for this English Teacher position through as soon soon as possible to Danielle Summerfield.

Posted 2025-10-21

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