Teacher of English

Teacher of English

Temporary 35602 - 54382 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
The Winston Churchill School

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Inspire and engage students in English, fostering a love for literature and language.
  • Company: Join The Winston Churchill School, a vibrant and supportive educational environment.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, smaller class sizes, excellent training, and a teacher pension scheme.
  • Other info: Innovative facilities and a commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your teaching skills.
  • Qualifications: Enthusiastic and qualified English teachers, including ECTs and graduates.

The predicted salary is between 35602 - 54382 £ per year.

Location: Woking, Surrey

Status: TBC

Type: Temporary

School: The Winston Churchill School

Role Details

  • To cover a maternity leave
  • Full or part-time role available
  • Required to start: November 2026 or January 2027, ending April 2027
  • Salary for QTS: MPS or UPS (Fringe pay scale)
  • Salary Range: (£35,602 to £54,382)

Candidate Profile

We know you are an enthusiastic, inspirational and well qualified teacher of English so come and join a vibrant team that will help you to develop your teaching. Harness your individuality to enhance your teaching style and engage young people. Our students are confident and eager to learn and our staff team are focused on delivering excellent outcomes. The successful candidate must have the ability to motivate students to excel in this subject.

Visit our school and find out how we can support your career development.

Note: we do not sponsor candidates and we conduct face to face interviews.

We Welcome Applications From

  • ECTs
  • Experienced teachers
  • English teachers
  • Teachers who would like to develop to teach English
  • Graduates who would like to earn as they train for QTS

What Winston Offers

  • A school that values the teaching of English
  • A highly successful and supportive department
  • An innovative staff team
  • Rooms equipped with interactive LED screens
  • New facilities including a Library, Planetarium and Performance Space
  • Excellent training and leadership development programmes
  • A secure school budget, allowing for smaller class sizes
  • Pay rises honoured
  • Teacher pension scheme
  • Gym
  • Coffee shop twice a week

Ofsted 2023 Quote: 'This is an inclusive school, with high expectations for pupils' conduct and achievement.'

Important Dates

  • Closing date: Friday 16th October 2026
  • Interview date: To be confirmed

This school reserves the right to interview promptly should a suitable candidate apply.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required prior to commencement. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Shortlisted applicants will be required to supply details of any unspent convictions and conditional cautions and any spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e., that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). If you are appointed, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Teacher of English employer: The Winston Churchill School

Our school is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive environment where new governors can thrive. With comprehensive training provided, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. Join us in a vibrant community that values collaboration, creativity, and commitment to excellence.

The Winston Churchill School

Contact Details:

The Winston Churchill School Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Teacher of English

Communication Skills
Classroom Management
Adaptability
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Organisational Skills
Flexibility
Lesson Planning