English Teacher in Barnet

A fantastic comprehensive faith Secondary School is looking to appoint an English Teacher to commence a part-time, 3 day per week position for maternity cover in February 2026.

They have a culture of high expectations based on their School Values. The vast majority of their students progress onto top universities including Oxford and Cambridge. They have great attendance and engagement figures in the local authority. Despite their successes, they are not complacent and believe that they have the capacity to further improve. Students are proud of their school and they have extremely supportive parents/carers and governors. They are highly committed to the development of all colleagues as evident in the comprehensive CPD programme.

Applications are welcome from an English Teacher at any stage in their career including ECTs as the school has a reputation for providing superb support and professional development training. English Teachers and overseas trained English Teachers will be considered for this position, but applicants should have UK QTS or an overseas formal secondary school teaching qualification recognised in the UK. Ideally, you will have experience of working in a London Secondary School and can demonstrate a track record of delivering outstanding results.

As you would expect, they are looking for the best. A good honours degree and qualified teacher status are essential. You will be able to demonstrate unwavering commitment to raising student progress and standards. Like them, you believe that social disadvantage is no barrier to achievement and that every student can share in the joy of education. Most importantly, you will possess integrity, good humour and moral purpose.

The English Department has both experienced and newly-qualified members of staff. All are able to offer the support required for any teacher, including a newly-qualified teacher, who is eager to contribute and make a difference to students that are conscientious and enthusiastic. They are supported by a fantastic team of teaching assistants, academic mentors and tutors who are diligent in their preparation, organisation and involvement in aspects of teaching and learning.

The English Department, as a whole, works as a close-knit group, sharing resources and strategies across the year groups taught at the school. English is a popular option at GCSE. English, literacy and the creative arts is a school focus and passion and students are encouraged to pursue their interests and talents.

Strong exam results were recorded in 2024 and 2025, with 79% of students receiving grades 9-5 in all GCSEs and 83% of all students obtaining A*-C at A Level.

As a member of staff, you will experience a collaborative professional community, with quality development opportunities to inspire our students. Staff well-being is of high importance and staff will be trusted and valued. They constantly push so that the School is a great place where everyone works together on a daily basis to be their best.

In return, the school can offer the successful English Teacher the following:

• A competitive salary with inner London weighting and pension scheme;
• A highly regarded middle and emergent leadership programme;
• A broad and wide-ranging staff development programme, delivered by outstanding experts;
• A central location with excellent transport links.