TEACHER OF ENGLISH
Charles Darwin School, Westerham, Kent, TN16 3AU15 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
12 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
27 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MAINSCALE TO UPS DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE (OUTER LONDON)
Additional allowances
TLR 2B available for a suitably qualified candidate willing to take on the role of Second in Charge of English
What skills and experience we're looking for
This full-time post is available from September 2026 and offers an exciting opportunity to join a successful Faculty.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to teach English in a highly successful, lively and supportive faculty. The successful candidate will have insight and enthusiasm; should be willing to adopt an innovative approach to curriculum planning and be committed to using a wide range of approaches to support pupils making progress in and out of lessons.
TLR2B (£5722) is available for a suitably qualified candidate willing to undertake the role of Second in Charge of English.
What the school offers its staff
The school enjoys a low staff turnover and is able to attract and retain well qualified and committed staff. There is an excellent programme of support for both new and experienced staff. We offer:
- The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team
- The opportunity to work with pastoral and subject leaders to create an exciting and engaging curriculum
- Enhanced professional and career development
The school is a founder member of the highly regarded Bromley Schools Centred Initial Teacher Training Collegiate which enables our staff to share their expertise and good practice with others.
Staff wellbeing is a key focus for the school with an Assistant Headteacher having specific responsibility in this area. A number of “treats” are arranged throughout the year and the school runs a “Staff Hero of the Term” award where the winner receives a £50 voucher of their choice. In addition, some of the many benefits staff enjoy are free on-site parking, free tea/coffee at break, child-care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, free flu vaccinations and the opportunity to join outstanding residential trips such as trips to Iceland, and the annual ski-trip.
“Staff are proud to work at the school”
“Leaders have considered the workload of staff and have taken effective steps to improve staff well-being”
(Ofsted 2023)
Further information about the job
The Department has a good record of success in public examinations. At GCSE in 2025, students met national averages across English language and are working well towards this with English literature. Our A-Level results were some of the best in school and area, reaching ALPS 3. All students study English Literature as well as English Language at KS4 and can choose either at KS5.
All applications will be considered including those who are new to the profession.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Charles Darwin School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1314 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Charles Darwin School website
- Email address
- jhodgkinson@cdarwin.com
- Phone number
- 01959 578806
Charles Darwin School is a highly successful co-educational comprehensive school for students aged 11-18 which has been serving the local community since 1973. We are a "good" school (Ofsted 2023) with an ethos that encourages academic rigour, high expectations and a well disciplined approach to learning. The school is set in the heart of the green belt, on the edge of Biggin Hill, yet within easy travelling distance to London and is surrounded by open spaces. The school has extensive sports and community facilities which include flood lit tennis courts, a sports hall, a multi-purpose hall, a fitness suite and a floodlit 3G pitch. The school also runs the Darwin Leisure Centre which is located on the school site. At the heart of the school are its distinctive ethos and a shared vision which are supported by the staff, students, parents and governors. This ethos and vision have helped to create a very strong caring and cohesive community based on the enduring values of high achievement, friendship, respect and compassion for others. The school enjoys a low staff turnover and is able to attract and retain well qualified and committed staff. There is an excellent programme of support for both new and experienced staff. The school is part of Inicio Educational Trust which is made up of 4 local secondary schools and 8 primary schools.
Arranging a visit to Charles Darwin School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jhodgkinson@cdarwin.com.
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