English Teacher and Reading & Literacy Leader

Oasis Community Learning do; Enfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Enfield is looking for an experienced English Teacher and Reading & Literacy Leader. The role involves delivering high-quality education to students aged 7 to 19, developing literacy and reading programs, and working collaboratively to foster a love of English among students. The school is committed to supporting teachers’ professional growth and offers a welcoming environment alongside competitive benefits.

Benefits

Commitment to personal and professional development

Access to curriculum resources

Gym facilities

Store discounts

Junior places available

Qualifications

• A passion for delivering engaging teaching and learning experiences.
• Ability to establish a stimulating environment for all students.
• Experience in liaising with parents and supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching to years 7 – 11 and 6th form.
• Develop the literacy and reading curriculum across secondary phase.
• Promote a love of reading amongst students.

Skills

Passion for teaching English

Ability to inspire students

Experience in developing literacy curriculum

Willingness to engage in extracurricular activities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

* English Teacher and Reading & Literacy LeaderNEW# English Teacher and Reading & Literacy LeaderEmployerLocation: Enfield, Greater LondonContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) + TLR2a (£3,527) + TPSPosted: 9th December 2025Start Date: 1st January 2026Expires: 23rd December 2025 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st January 2026Job ID: 1523400Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesStart Date: 1st January 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1523400* Share :**Role: English teacher and Reading & Literacy Leader**Location: Oasis Academy HadleySalary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) plus TLR2a (£3,527) plus Teachers’ Pension SchemeHours: Full timeContract: PermanentStart date: January 2026Oasis Academy Hadley is a special place to work. Unique in its set up as a single school educating pupils aged 2 – 19, with strong community ties, joining the team here means joining the Hadley family. Driven by a high performing, enthusiastic and authentic leadership team, the Academy is going from strength to strength with excellent rates of attainment, and most importantly, pupil empowerment and success on a personal levelWe’re looking for a passionate, engaging and innovative English teacher and Reading & Literacy Leader to bring our team to the next level, either a keen ECT looking to develop their expertise with support from a motivated team, or an experienced teacher ready to put their stamp on their teaching offering.This is the perfect time to join our team – we are well on the way to becoming an outstanding faculty, with consistently improving results and 33% A\* at A level.You will have a passion for learning and teaching in English together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students. Our students really enjoy their English lessons, and they make excellent progress.**You’ll be responsible for:**• Delivering high-quality teaching to years 7 – 11, and 6th form (depending on experience)• Establishing a stimulating environment for all students, setting challenging targets that build on prior attainment• Developing the literacy and reading curriculum across the secondary phase and promote a love of reading amongst our students• Working with colleagues to develop the English offering in line with the vision and ethos of the AcademyA full job description is attached to this vacancy.**You’ll bring:**• A passion for delivering engaging teaching and learning experiences, fostering a deep love of English in our students• A willingness to get involved in all activities in the department, including clubs and trips• An ability to liaise with parents and guardians to support students where requiredOur offer to you• A commitment to your personal and professional development, with a wealth of support and guidance available, both at Academy level and from OCL English trust specialists• Access to the OCL curriculum resource bank• Joining a warm and welcoming school family• A wide range of store discounts and benefits via our dedicated platform• Free access to our gym facilities• Places available for your children in nursery/reception/primary groups• Great transport link as situated next to Ponders End station.**Application process**If you’re interested and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Hadley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy HadleyPart of### Oasis Community Learning