Teacher of English and Drama

Leigh Stationers' Academy, London, SE9 2PT

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  2 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  10 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Drama, English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS + Inner London based on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate educator with a flair for performance and a love for literature? Leigh Stationers’ Academy is looking for a dynamic Teacher of English and Drama to join our vibrant and collaborative Creative Arts and Communications departments.

About You:

• You hold QTS (or equivalent) and have a strong academic background in English, Drama, or a related field.
• You are an "innovator" who isn't afraid to use technology and performance-based learning to engage students.
• You possess excellent classroom management skills and the empathy to support a diverse student body.
• Whether you are an ECT looking for a supportive start or an experienced teacher seeking a fresh challenge, you have a relentless drive for excellence.

We are looking for a teacher who is an expert in their subject and ambitious for their students. If you have the expertise to deliver across both subjects and the drive to contribute to our academy’s culture, we would welcome your application.

What the school offers its staff

This is a unique role designed for a versatile professional who can inspire students through the power of the written word and the magic of the stage. At Stationers’, we believe that literacy and self-expression are the cornerstones of a student’s success, and we provide a high-tech, modern environment to bring these subjects to life.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 245.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teacher_JD_-_LSA.pdf - 495 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh Stationers' Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1712 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Stationers' Academy website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/stationers-crown-woods-academy

Arranging a visit to Leigh Stationers' Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joinus@latrust.org.uk.

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