Teacher of English (0.9 FTE considered)
Wallington High School for Girls, Wallington, Surrey, SM6 0PH8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
13 October 2026 at 8am
Date listed
5 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £39,196.00 - £58,120.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of English (0.9 FTE considered) job summary
The opportunity:
As a Teacher of English at WHSG, you will be part of a successful and collaborative team that is passionate about the subject and committed to securing the very best outcomes for students. You will have the opportunity to help shape the curriculum here, designing lessons across all key stages.
The WHSG English Department’s curriculum intent is to develop a genuine and lifelong love of language and literature in all our students and to cultivate an ethos of intellectual curiosity. Students at all key stages are taught at a level beyond the national curriculum, and our team of subject specialists strive to promote interest and enjoyment in the learning of English by providing a supportive yet challenging environment. Reading, particularly non-fiction, is a key focus across the school.
We have worked hard over the years to develop a range of extra-curricular opportunities for each year group, including theatre visits, residential trips and workshops. There will be the opportunity to lead and further develop these experiences, as well as contribute to provision across the wider department. We also have a well-stocked library and a full-time librarian who supports creative writing clubs, book clubs and opportunities for students to engage with national literary competitions.
What we offer:
Whether you’re an ECT or an experienced teacher, you’ll be supported by a culture of continuous learning, high expectations, and genuine care for both staff and students. Staff are supported to thrive through high-quality development, cross-Trust networks, and streamlined operations that reduce workload and stress. Students display enthusiasm for learning, show curiosity, and demonstrate excellent behaviour, contributing to a highly positive learning environment.
Our commitment to you:
Staff are our most valued asset and we place a high emphasis on staff well-being and professional development, no matter what stage of your career you are at. We pride ourselves with the supportive and inclusive nature of the school and ensure that we foster a friendly working environment. A recent staff survey stated that staff do not feel pressured to work long hours and staff are consulted about changes at work.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
To meet the requirements of a classroom teacher set out in the Teacher Standards or Post Threshold Standards
The successful candidate will:
- Good Honours Degree, PGCE / QTS E Higher degree
- Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the post
- Ability to identify own professional development needs
- Experience Successful teaching of English across Key Stage 3 & 4
- Planning of lessons / schemes of work in line with the demands of an examination syllabus
- Evidence of raising student attainment in subject
- Assessment of students across all key stages
- Contribution to extra-curricular activities
Key Application Dates:
- Shortlisting Date: 13 October 2026
- Interview Date: 16 October 2026
- Start Date: January 2027
Sponsorship:
We are not able to offer sponsorship to non-settled individuals for a Skilled Worker Visa.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Wallington High School for Girls
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1548 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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