Employer: Lift Kingsley
Job Title: English Teacher
Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: £37,870 – £50,474 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 19 November 2025 at 11:19am
Role Overview
Lift Kingsley is seeking an outstanding and committed Teacher of English to join its highly effective department. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to inspire students, contribute to academic success, and work in a positive learning environment.
Contract Type: Fixed-term (until August 2026)
Start Date: January 2026
Salary Includes: Main Pay Range + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + Lift Schools benefits
Key Responsibilities
Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for literature and language.
Set high expectations for students and self, ensuring excellent academic outcomes.
Contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the English department and the wider school community.
Show dedication to continuous professional development and improvement.
About Lift Kingsley
Lift Kingsley is a successful and inclusive 11–18 secondary school, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. The school has made remarkable progress in recent years and is now full across all year groups with waiting lists—a reflection of its strong culture and exceptional student behaviour.
The school focuses on giving every student the opportunity to achieve academic excellence through a broad, balanced, and aspirational curriculum, preparing them for success at top universities or in high-quality careers.
Beyond academics, Lift Kingsley offers a rich extra-curricular programme designed to build confidence, skills, and ambition.
School Culture
Lift Kingsley is committed to maintaining disruption-free classrooms, ensuring that teachers can teach and students can learn effectively. The school operates around a clear set of shared values:
Walk the Talk – Model the standards expected.
High Expectations – Never lower the bar for anyone.
No Excuses – Every student can succeed.
Outstanding Learning – Excellent teaching is the core purpose.
About Lift Schools
Lift Kingsley is proudly part of Lift Schools, a diverse and inclusive network of 57 primary, secondary, and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the UK.
Mission Statement:
Lift Schools is committed to providing an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. With exceptional leadership and teaching across the network, the organisation strives to help children lead successful and happy lives, while supporting schools and communities beyond its network.
What Lift Schools Offers
Career Development & Training:
Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training opportunities. Partnership with One World powers the Instructional Excellence Program. CPD options include Ambition Institute’s Early Career and NPQ programs.Generous Benefits:
Pension plan, healthcare, and financial support.Lifestyle Perks:
Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.
Requirements
Qualified teacher status (QTS) with experience teaching English at Key Stages 3 and 4.
Strong knowledge of English literature and language.
Commitment to professional growth and high academic standards.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship can be provided.
Commitment to Safeguarding
Lift Schools is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants are expected to share this commitment.
Recruitment processes align with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and (where applicable) a prohibition from teaching check.
Online checks may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
Lift Schools embraces diversity, promotes equality of opportunity, and welcomes job share, part-time, and flexible working applications. The organisation is a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Additional Information
Candidates will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
How to Apply
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