Teacher of English
Salary - Salary: In line with the Teacher Pay Scale. A TLR may be available for the right candidate. Salary may be negotiable depending on experience and skillset.
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time - Talk to us about flexible working
Closing Date: 15th May 2026 at Midday
The Gateway Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.
Salary: In line with the Teacher Pay Scale. A TLR may be available for the right candidate. Salary may be negotiable depending on experience and skillset.
Inspire the Next Generation
Are you passionate about English and eager to inspire a love of language and literature in the classroom? Do you want to work in an Academy that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth?
The Gateway Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join our outstanding English Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ECT to be part of a dynamic team that consistently achieves excellent academic outcomes, with GCSE English results above national averages.
About the Role
As an English Teacher at The Gateway Academy, you will:
· Deliver engaging and challenging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
· Foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of English through creative and engaging teaching approaches.
· Assess and monitor students’ progress, providing constructive feedback to support improvement and confidence.
· Work collaboratively within a highly successful department committed to continuous improvement and student success.
· Contribute to curriculum development and extra-curricular initiatives that enrich the student learning experience.
What We’re Looking For
· A passion for inspiring young people and making English engaging and accessible.
· Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
· A commitment to raising achievement and ensuring all students fulfil their potential.
· A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to a successful team.
Why Choose The Gateway Academy?
· A supportive and inclusive environment that values every member of staff.
· Over 90% staff retention, reflecting a positive culture and strong sense of community.
· Access to a tailored professional development programme to support career progression.
· GCSE English results that are significantly above national averages, reflecting our commitment to excellence.
· State-of-the-art facilities and resources designed to enhance teaching and learning.
· A proven record of student achievement, attendance and progress above national averages.
If you are an inspiring teacher who is passionate about English and dedicated to helping students achieve their best, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join The Gateway Academy — where ambition meets opportunity.
Watch our video for an insight in to our academy:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDFOVP3_K7w
You can read our latest Ofsted Report here:https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Ofsted+Reports&pid=21
Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:
£1000 Golden Hello for successful candidates [teachers paid on Main Scale to UPS 3 only applying directly to the GLC, only after a qualifying period of 12 months.]
An outstanding record of staff achieving promotion;
Working as part of an exceptional team;
Staff well-being programme: Including access to Westfield Health Insurance
Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle to work Scheme
Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service
State of the art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning
A paid 'My Day' each year
Excellent career development and training
2 week October half term break
A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching
Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff
Free Access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite
GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]
We warmly welcome applicants who are interested in this position to visit our school prior to making an application. Please contact Dionne.Locke@theglc.org.uk to arrange a visit.
If you would like to apply for this position, please complete an online application form