Teacher of English

Teacher of English or English with Drama St Edwards Church of England School Salary: MPR (includes Outer London Weighting) - FTE: £37,870 - £50,474 per annum Location: Romford, London Borough of Havering Contract type: Full Time/ Permanent Start Date: 1st September 2026 We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English, with or without Drama, to join our thriving English faculty as our school continues to grow. English is central to life at St Edward's. Our curriculum develops students' confidence in reading, writing and communication, while also fostering creativity, empathy and self expression. For candidates with a Drama specialism, there are exciting opportunities to enrich students' learning through performance and wider creative experiences. We are a school that works hard - but works thoughtfully. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with realistic expectations, supportive leadership and a strong respect for home life. We believe excellent teaching is sustained through care, trust and professional autonomy. The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging and ambitious English lessons
• Inspire a love of language, literature and expression
• Build strong relationships with students
• Contribute positively to a collaborative departmental culture
• Share our belief in education as a force for social good
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to teach with purpose, collaborate with like minded colleagues and shape lives through education. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
• A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
• Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust's Leadership Development Programme)
• A supportive working environment.
We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment. We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex. If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact the Maria Driscoll (Headteacher's PA) on info@steds.org.uk We look forward to receiving your application. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Closing date: Monday 18th May 2026, at 09:00am Interviews: From Wednesday 20th May 2026 Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site. In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination. We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part-time or as a job-share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teacher of English, with or without Drama, to join our thriving English faculty as our school continues to grow. English is central to life at St Edward's. Our curriculum develops students' confidence in reading, writing and communication, while also fostering creativity, empathy and self expression. For candidates with a Drama specialism, there are exciting opportunities to enrich students' learning through performance and wider creative experiences. We are a school that works hard - but works thoughtfully. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with realistic expectations, supportive leadership and a strong respect for home life. We believe excellent teaching is sustained through care, trust and professional autonomy.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to teach with purpose, collaborate with like minded colleagues and shape lives through education. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
• A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
• Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust's Leadership Development Programme)