Teacher of English for September 2026 in Lée

We seek an enthusiastic and conscientious English Teacher to join our friendly and successful senior school department in September 2026. We welcome applications from experienced teachers, ECTs and graduates. If an ECT or graduate were appointed to the post, a high level of structured support and guidance (meeting statutory requirements) would be provided to ensure progression towards the successful completion of their training or induction period. We pride ourselves on the level of support and care given to teachers in the early stages of their careers.

The successful candidate will:

• have a passionate interest in the subject
• have excellent subject knowledge
• be an outstanding classroom teacher
• possess creativity, strong organisational abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills
• have the ability to motivate and inspire pupils of great academic potential, including Oxford and Cambridge candidates, while bringing an equal level of enthusiasm to teaching across the full ability range
• join a talented and welcoming team

The English Department currently consists of the Head of Department and eight other specialist teachers. It is housed largely in its own dedicated suite of classrooms. There is also a departmental office/resource room. In the first three years, English is taught in form groups. The Department has its own flexible Key Stage 3 English Programme which is subject to continuous review and development. In Years 10 and 11, English sets consist of approximately 12 to 23 students and follow the Edexcel IGCSE course for English Language (Specification A) and CAIE English Literature (0992). We teach the Eduqas English Literature A level as a linear course.

Teachers appointed to Colfe's are expected to maintain the highest professional standards and to contribute significantly to the co-curricular life of the school. In return, those who join Colfe's can expect to become part of a caring, purposeful and committed community of outstandingly supportive colleagues. Teaching staff at Colfe's enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Colfe's highly competitive salary scale
• Longer holidays than the maintained sector
• Free lunches
• Free membership of Colfe's Leisure Centre
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual flu vaccination

The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School's Safer Recruitment procedures. There will be an interview, task and lesson observation for shortlisted candidates. The application may be submitted either electronically, to: recruitment@colfes.com or by post, to: Mrs A Ross, Human Resources, Colfe's School, Horn Park Lane, London SE12 8AW. Applications should be sent as soon as possible and by 9.00 AM on Tuesday 24 February 2026 at the latest. Colfe's reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary and we would therefore encourage early applications. Colfe's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.