Job Description

Teacher of English

Location: Croydon, Surrey

Required for: September 2026

Contract: Permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS Outer London

Teach English from Year 7 to Year 11

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working alongside a Church of England, mixed 11-18 comprehensive school with an excellent track record at both GCSE and A Level in their search for a talented teacher of English.

This is a lively, friendly and high achieving school, with a large Sixth Form, where pupils take their studies seriously. The school is situated near East Croydon Station which has excellent fast rail links to London and the South Coast. There is staff parking on-site at the school.

English is a strong department in the school and has in recent years consistently achieved some superb results at both GCSE and A Level. This is a great opportunity for a talented teacher of English to work in a very supportive school and in a department that has been set up to a very high standard. The school are excited to consider both newly qualified teachers looking to start their ECT's alongside more experienced practitioners.

If you are a talented teacher of English looking for a permanent position from September, then please apply today to have your CV immediately reviewed.

Essential Criteria:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and UK classroom experience
  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to a range of subjects and learning styles
  • Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to student wellbeing
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and willingness to take on different roles within the classroom
  • UK driving license (desirable)
Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver engaging lessons across a varying range of subjects to students in line with the school curriculum
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all students
  • Collaborate with existing staff to ensure continuity and support for students
  • Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes
  • Uphold the school's values and policies, promoting respect and a positive attitude among students
Tradewind Recruitment can offer:
  • Competitive Rates of Pay paid through PAYE
  • An experienced Consultant who is also an ex-teacher with knowledge and expertise of the needs of Secondary teachers
  • Caring, dedicated and committed team
So, if you're ready to take the next step in your education career, we'd love to help you out! Register with Tradewind Recruitment today and explore the fantastic secondary school opportunities we have waiting for you.