This is an exceptional opportunity to join a school defined by high expectations, strong values, and a clear commitment to academic excellence and social mobility. The school serves a diverse community and prides itself on creating an environment where all students are challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve their full potential.
We are looking for a Second in Charge of English who is an excellent classroom practitioner and an aspiring or established middle leader. You will work closely with the Head of English to support the strategic leadership and day-to-day running of a high-performing department known for its intellectual rigour, collaborative culture, and strong outcomes.
The English department is ambitious, scholarly, and committed to delivering a carefully sequenced, knowledge-rich curriculum. Teaching is underpinned by a focus on oracy, ambitious vocabulary, disciplinary knowledge, and extended writing. You will play a key role in supporting curriculum development, modelling outstanding practice, and contributing to the professional growth of colleagues through coaching and collaboration.
The successful candidate will support the continued drive for excellence across all key stages, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment. You will also contribute to the department’s strong focus on inclusion, ensuring that all students, including those with SEND and those facing disadvantage, are supported to achieve ambitious outcomes.
The school offers a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment, with a strong culture of professional development, collaboration, and leadership growth. Staff are supported to develop their practice and take on responsibility within a forward-thinking and high-achieving setting.
If you are a passionate English teacher ready to take the next step in your leadership career within an ambitious and supportive school, this role offers an outstanding opportunity.
Please call us for a detailed conversation and we can discuss how this role aligns with your career goals and aspirations.
Some more info:
Hours: Full time (term time only)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Permanent
Location: West London
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2c
You will need:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature
* Proven track record of high-quality teaching and student outcomes
* Experience or readiness to take on middle leadership responsibilities
* Ability to support curriculum development and departmental improvement
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one (£63)
* Proof of right to work
* References
* UK Residency
In return we offer the opportunity to work in a high-performing and ambitious school, access to exceptional professional development, and the chance to develop as a leader within a collaborative and forward-thinking department. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a school committed to excellence.
Apply Now
If you are a passionate Second in Charge of English ready to lead, inspire, and drive excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your next teaching role in West London.
We look forward to receiving your application.
For further information on this Second in Charge of English vacancy, please apply via this advert and a member of Blue Skies Education will be in touch thereafter.
Please be advised that this Second in Charge of English role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
This Second in Charge of English job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate so please apply ASAP to avoid any potential disappointment.
We look forward to receiving your application
Salary description
£40317.00 - £62496.00 per year