Key Role Information

Salary
37070
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
13/04/2026 09:00
Interview
24 March 2026
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Teachers Main | M4 - M6
Department
English
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
20.00
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

KS3-KS5: English Teacher Role + TLR Potential

Apply by: Monday 13th April 2026

Job start: September 2026

Salary: Inner London (competitive based on skills and experience)

Location: Stratford, London - Newham

Contract type: Permanent, Part Time (0.6 - 0.8), subject to an enhanced DBS check

Additional TLR available for Second in Department for the right candidate


Early application is encouraged, as we are hoping to interview and appoint as soon as possible. School 21 reserves the right to close applications early and make an appointment at any stage.

School 21 is a community where every child is known, seen and heard. Through an education of the Head, Heart and Hand, our students thrive academically and develop the strong character needed to become change-makers in their world and fi nd their voice.

We are looking for an excellent English teacher who is passionate about their subject, and is keen to develop their practice in a dynamic and innovative teaching environment. School 21 is an all-through school and your role will teach English from 11-18. Ideally, you will be an experienced English teacher and it is essential that you have a passion for developing the best pedagogy for that age range.

We believe English is an inherently creative subject that requires authentic dialogue between students and texts, students and teachers, and students with each other. It should empower students to confi dently, and accurately, express themselves in both their written and verbal expression. We are looking for a teacher with strong subject knowledge, who has a genuine passion for the subject and is able to foster excellent knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of English in the students that they teach. Furthermore, we wish to appoint someone who will fully embrace the vision of the department, working closely with the team to further develop an innovative and effective curriculum and ensure excellent outcomes for our students.

School 21 is committed to being more than just a school. It is built upon a Head, Heart, Hand approach to education and is on the start of a new journey to promote this as the best possible solution to our education sector. By joining the team, you could be part of something truly special.


The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent teacher and subject specialist

• Experience of teaching KS3 to KS5, a focus on A-Level is desirable

• Experience of having a successful impact on student progress

• Experience in curriculum development

• A collaborative planner, and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Interested in the growth of every child and a belief in an education of the Head, Heart and Hand

Personal Specifi cation:

● Team Player

● Hardworking

● Effective communication

● Highly organised

● Clear attention to detail

● Present, punctual and consistent attendance

● Willingess to contribute to the whole school ethos and events


WE OFFER:

• Effective and regular CPD with opportunities to develop your interests within your subject area

• Collaborative working across the 4 to 18 school

• A strong feedback culture so that teachers can develop in areas of their practice that are important to them

• A strong focus on developing oracy as a key pedagogical approach

• A commitment to every student ‘fi nding their voice’ and being a key part of this vision


For more information please see the candidate information pack, or visit www.school21.org.uk or e-mail Lottie Chettle (Deputy Head) at lchettle@school21.org.uk


School 21 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Statusessential

Skills

Experience/Knowledge

Microsoft and Google Software pack
Experience with the ability to teach up to Keystage 4/5

About Us

School 21 is a pioneering 4 to 18 school in Stratford, East London, for children from all backgrounds. As part of the Big Education Trust, School 21 operates with the conviction that schools need to ensure a focus on Head (academic success), Heart (character and well-being) and Hand (generating ideas, problem solving, making a difference).


Mr Moray Dickson, Headteacher of School 21, is committed to empowering young people to make a positive change in the world, and to the development of innovative practices to change the shape of education in the UK.


School 21 has developed a series of pedagogies and approaches that give students the chance to find their voice, develop deep knowledge and understanding, and create beautiful work that has real value beyond the classroom.



School 21, Pitchford Street. London, E15 4RZ

Tel: 020 8262 2121

www.school21.org.uk

School 21

Lottie Chettle

lchettle@school21.org.uk

Pitchford Street
Stratford
London
East London
E15 4RZ
Lottie Chettle
lchettle@school21.org.uk

Safeguarding Information

Big Education Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our pupils. Big Education Trust is legally obligated to process an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before making appointments to relevant posts.


The DBS check will reveal both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings, and any other information help by local police that's considered relevant to the role. Any information that is "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 will not appear on a DBS certificate.


For posts in regulated activity, the DBS check will include a barred list check.


It is an offence to seek employment in regulated activity if you are on a barred list.


Any data processed as part of the DBS check will be processed in accordance with data protection regulations and the Trust's privacy notice for job applicants available on the Trust's website.


Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of the necessary pre-employment checks.


Only applicants who have been shortlisted will be asked for a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable for the position.


Any convictions that are self-disclosed or listed on a DBS check will be considered on a case-by-case basis.