Teacher of English - Full-time

Bexleyheath Academy, Bexleyheath

  • Ref:KCC303-4002-292T
  • Posted:15/04/2025
  • Pay:MPR - Outer London
  • Start Date:June 2025
  • App Close Date:14/05/2025 at 10:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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English Teacher

Bexleyheath Academy

Woolwich Road
Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7DA
United Kingdom

Salary: Main Pay range (Outer London Weighting) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract type:Fixed term

Start date: June 2025

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through the power of language and literature?

Do you want to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking team where your contributions are truly valued?

Bexleyheath Academy is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic English Teacher to join our thriving English department. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment that values creativity, innovation, and high expectations for all students.

What we’re looking for:

  • A qualified teacher with QTS (or working towards it)
  • A genuine passion for English Language and Literature
  • A commitment to delivering high-quality lessons that engage and challenge students
  • Someone who believes in the potential of every child and is driven to help them succeed
  • Strong classroom management skills and a collaborative mindset

Whether you're an experienced practitioner or an Early Career Teacher, if you're committed to making a difference and want to teach in a school where you can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

About Bexleyheath Academy

Bexleyheath Academy is a welcoming, diverse secondary school with strong community links and an ambitious vision for our students. We’ve recently invested in new facilities, including a modern sixth form centre, and we continue to raise aspirations and outcomes across the board.

Located just 30 minutes from central London by train, Bexleyheath Academy offers a vibrant place to work and teach, with supportive leadership and a culture of continuous improvement.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools.  As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

  • Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
  • Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
  • Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
  • Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence June 2025.  This is a fixed term (Aug 2026) position.

Closing date: 14 May 2025

 

Information about the school

About Bexleyheath Academy:

Bexleyheath Academy is proud to be a non-selective school in the grammar heartland of Kent. Bexleyheath Academy is quickly approaching capacity with students; in order to accommodate the demands of the local community and grow our skilled staff, we must expand.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Naomi Wright
  • Address:Bexleyheath Academy, Woolwich Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, BA6 7DA
  • Telephone: 020 387 43094
  • Email: recruitment@liftschools.org

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.