Teacher of English

The Ravensbourne School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 9EH

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  21 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS (suitable for NQT/ECT)
• Additional allowances:

  MPS/UPS (suitable for NQT/ECT)

Teacher of English job summary

Teacher of English
The Ravensbourne School

Join a school where ambition meets excellence. At The Ravensbourne School, we are proud to be a forward-thinking, thriving community that places learning, inclusion, and innovation at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking an exceptional Teacher of English to join our dedicated and high-performing faculty. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire a love of literature and language, drive high standards in the classroom, and contribute to a culture of creativity, curiosity, and academic excellence.

This is more than a teaching role - it’s a chance to shape minds, raise aspirations, and make a lasting impact on students’ lives. You’ll be joining a school that values collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement, and where your teaching will help drive meaningful change.

If you are ready to teach with purpose, bring fresh ideas, and contribute to a school that is committed to transforming lives, we would love to hear from you.

You Are:

• A passionate and skilled English teacher who puts student success at the heart of every lesson.
• A reflective practitioner who embraces evidence-informed teaching and learning.
• A literacy advocate who understands the power of language to unlock potential.
• A team player who contributes to a culture of ambition, support, and shared excellence.
• A values-driven educator who leads with integrity, creativity, and compassion.

We Are Looking for a Teacher Who:

• Has a strong track record of delivering excellent outcomes in English.
• Is committed to inclusive education and closing gaps for disadvantaged learners.
• Is confident in using data and digital tools to inform planning and intervention.
• Can inspire and engage students of all abilities through dynamic and inclusive teaching.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ambitious environment and is ready to make a lasting impact.

We Offer:

• A school with a clear vision, strong values, and a culture of excellence and professional growth.
• A supportive English faculty and leadership team.
• Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and develop your practice.
• A vibrant community of staff, students, and families who are ready to grow together.
• Access to high-quality CPD, career development, and progression pathways.

Enquiries should be emailed to:

School Office Manager: Sharon Cooper Smith: scoopersmith@trs.e21c.co.uk

If you share the school’s vision and ambition to raise standards for our students, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Contact us for an informal (confidential) conversation about how you can make a real difference, or to arrange a tour of the school which is highly recommended.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a suitable candidate.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Orion Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Orion Education is fully committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Education for the 21st Century is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Education for the 21st Century is fully committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.

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.

About The Ravensbourne School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1531 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Ravensbourne School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-ravensbourne-school-bromley

The Ravensbourne School is a large and truly unique 11-19 school, set in the heart of Bromley. There are 1500 students, with 440 students in Post 16. Some of the buildings are Grade II listed, dating back to 1911 whilst other additions are more recent. The buildings, coupled with the extensive 22-acre grounds, make up elegant and inspiring surroundings.

Our vision is that every student is prepared to be the best they can be in life and able to create their own future. We believe that every student is different and has unique talents. Through developing these talents and knowledge each student can be the best they can be and in control of their own future. We value an inclusive learning environment that accepts no excuses and builds partnerships with all stakeholders.

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