Secondary English Teacher - West London
Full Time Position September 2026
Location: West London
Salary: 200- 265 per day, dependent on experience
We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed English Teacher to join an Outstanding co-educational secondary school in West London. This is a school with a strong commitment to inclusion, academic excellence and the personal development of every pupil, a place where teachers are genuinely valued and are supported to do their best work.
This position is ideal for a qualified teacher seeking stability, career development, and the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact within a welcoming school community. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to take your next step, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that puts its staff and pupils first.
About the Role:
As a Secondary English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring pupils remain motivated and supported in their learning journey. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching and learning while fostering a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
You will demonstrate strong subject knowledge, creativity and effective classroom management skills, supporting pupils in developing their literacy, analytical and communication skills in line with the national curriculum.
The position will begin in September 2026 for the new academic year, with the potential to continue on an ongoing basis for the right candidate. There may be an option to start sooner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
- Teach a broad range of literature, language, and writing skills in line with the national curriculum
- Maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Assess, monitor, and provide feedback on pupil progress
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and leadership teams
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and school-specific policies at all times
About You:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting
- Strong subject knowledge across the English curriculum
- Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
- Adaptable, flexible, and confident working in a new environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil well being
- ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency, specialising in providing teaching and support staff to schools across England. We work closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools across London to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
- Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
- The opportunity to join an Outstanding co-educational secondary school in West London
- Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles
- Competitive pay ( 200- 265 per day) with multiple payment options
- Refer a friend scheme which can earn 100- 250 per person
- Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps:
Get in touch with Kane directly with an up-to-date CV:
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.