English Teacher – Chessington, South West London
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate)
Contract: 2 Terms (until July 2026) – Permanent appointment possible for the right candidate
Location: Chessington, South West London
Ofsted Rating: Good
A well-regarded and supportive secondary school in Chessington is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of English to join the team from January 2026. For an outstanding candidate, a permanent appointment may be offered immediately.
About the Role
The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to contribute to Key Stage 5 depending on experience. You will join a collaborative and innovative English department committed to fostering a love of literature and developing students’ critical and creative thinking.
This role is suitable for experienced teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to grow their career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
We Offer
-
A Good Ofsted-rated school with a strong culture of support and development
-
A collaborative and passionate English department
-
Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities
-
Supportive leadership and a positive staff culture
-
Modern classrooms and resources to support engaging, high-quality teaching
Requirements
-
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
-
Experience teaching English at secondary level (KS3-KS4 essential)
-
Commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and student progress
-
Right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available for this role
