Teacher of English

Shorefields; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational institution in Chigwell is seeking an experienced Teacher of English. This position offers a supportive environment with a focus on staff well-being, minimal marking expectations, and ample professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and the ability to develop positive relationships with students. If you believe in enriching students' lives both academically and personally, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Access to gym and swimming pool

Banked cover scheme

Regular well-being meetings

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teacher of English is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.
• Commitment to promoting pupil welfare and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons in English and plan engaging activities.
• Support students' academic and personal success.
• Engage in regular team meetings focused on teacher well-being.

Skills

Team collaboration

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Job Ref No. ECC5405-497S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: TDB

Position Start Date: 01/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 22/02/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBD

We know great English teachers work too hard. We have lesson by lesson schemes of work for all years already planned and a sensible marking policy - we have your well-being as a priority. We work as a collegiate team, sharing resources, ideas and the texts we enjoy is all part of our work ethic. Our own teaching block and facilities enable a positive and productive working environment. We would love for you to join our dynamic team. The post is suitable for an experienced practitioner or an ECT teacher.

Benefits

• Newly built sports hall with fully fitted gym available for staff use
• Swimming pool available for staff use
• Banked cover scheme allowing staff to build time to take some term time days off
• The Headteacher is mindful about staff workload and wellbeing and holds regular wellbeing meetings with staff
• Minimal marking expectations
• Additional CPD day to allow staff to mark mock internal examinations
• All our teachers are provided with laptops and staff are welcome to work where and when they wish outside of school hours
• We offer a significant number of paid development opportunities within departments and also across the school

For more detailed information please see the additional information pack.

At West Hatch we believe in building strong relationships with students and going the extra mile to support students' successes both in and outside of school.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in the commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our School website at westhatch.net

If you require additional information, please contact [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 9am

Early applications are encouraged as we will review applications as we receive them; and applicants may be contacted before the closing date.

Information about the School

West Hatch is a thriving, heavily oversubscribed innovative school. Proud of its success with significantly above average results and recently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we are always striving for improvement. We are keen to appoint individuals with a positive outlook and a proactive attitude – colleagues who enrich the lives of the learners and staff with whom they work.

We place great store on teacher development at all levels and offer a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their leadership potential within and beyond West Hatch.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in the commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further details about this post and an Application Form are available by visiting our school website.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Victoria Schaefer
High Road, Chigwell
Essex, IG7 5BT Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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