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