Employer: Kingsley Academy
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: £32,916 – £45,352 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Contract: Fixed term (until August 2026)
Start Date: January 2026
Closing Date: 15 October 2025 at 2:06pm
Job Summary
Salary: Main Pay Range + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed term until August 2026
Start Date: January 2026
Kingsley Academy, part of Lift Schools, is a successful and inclusive secondary school rated Good by Ofsted. Known for its positive culture, high expectations, and exceptional student behaviour, Kingsley offers an environment where both staff and pupils thrive.
The academy seeks an outstanding and committed Teacher of English to join its highly effective department.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a passion for literature and language.
Maintain high expectations of self and students, with a commitment to raising standards.
Contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the English department and the wider school.
Commit to continuous professional development and improvement.
About Kingsley Academy
Kingsley Academy is a thriving 11–18 secondary school rooted in the local community. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school has made significant academic progress since 2019, with student numbers growing across all year groups.
Mission
Deliver academic excellence through a broad, balanced and aspirational curriculum.
Prepare students for success at top universities (such as Oxford and King’s College) and in high-quality careers.
Offer a rich extra-curricular programme to build skills, confidence and ambition.
School Culture – Our ‘DNA’
Walk the Talk: Model the standards expected.
High Expectations: Never lower the bar for anyone.
No Excuses: Believe every student can succeed.
Outstanding Learning: Excellent teaching as the core purpose.
About Lift Schools
Lift Schools is a diverse network of 57 schools educating over 33,000 pupils nationwide. The mission is clear:
Provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
Deliver excellent leadership and teaching across all schools.
Support children to lead successful, happy lives.
Work beyond the network to benefit more children and communities.
Benefits Offered
Career development & training: Access to statutory and developmental training.
Instructional Excellence Program via partnership with One World.
CPD opportunities including Ambition Institute’s Early Career and NPQ programs.
Generous benefits: Pension plan, healthcare, and financial support.
Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and EV incentives.
Safeguarding & Compliance
Lift Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. Recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and includes:
Online checks for shortlisted candidates.
Enhanced DBS check, references, and prohibition from teaching check where applicable.
Additional details:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.
Job share, part-time, and flexible working options will be considered.
Kingsley Academy is a Disability Confident Employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet minimum selection criteria.
How to Apply
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