English Teacher - Outstanding Secondary School in theBorough of Hackney

Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale (Inner London Framework) English Teacher An outstanding Secondary School in the London Borough of Hackney is seeking a professional and highly organised English Teacher to join their exceptionally successful Communications faculty. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth and progressive operation of the school. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple key stages, focusing on critical textual analysis, language frameworks, and comparative literature profiles. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of creative writing workshops, local theater excursions, and student debate forums. You will also support communication with parents, students, and external academic networks while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to balance classroom teaching with rigorous data tracking and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy urban school environment. The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative English faculty. Good IT skills and confidence using digital learning tracking systems are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised. School Information This is an 11 to 18 well-established School in Hackney with a strong commitment to academic progress, community inclusion, and literacy excellence. The school serves a vibrant, diverse East London community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice. Students are respectful, motivated, and highly articulate, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. Requirements Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience in English Language and Literature up to GCSE and A-Level Strong organisational and communication skills Good IT and data management skills Professional and proactive approach to academic logging Ability to work effectively in a busy environment Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.