English Teacher in Abbey Wood

Lift Schools Bexleyheath are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring English Teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator who can deliver engaging and dynamic lessons across all key stages, embedding a love of literature and language while supporting students to achieve their full potential. You will also contribute to a broad extracurricular programme and support whole-school initiatives that promote well-being and achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons that motivate and challenge all learners
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusive participation in lessons
• Support the wider vision and values of Lift Bexleyheath

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds a degree in a relevant English based subject
• Has experience of working with young people within a school environment
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management skills
• Is committed to student development and well-being
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes to school life
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Is available to attend interviews in person - we cannot support online interviews at this time.

About Lift Bexleyheath: Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. Our school serves a diverse student population, and we are proud of the relationships we build with our families and wider community. The school is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team.

Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

The role is due to commence September 2026. This is a full-time, permanent position. Closing date: 22 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.