Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Overview

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) Currently 37,870-56,154. Apply by: 16 October 2025. Required for: January 2026/ASAP.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and well qualified Teacher of English for maternity cover. There may be a possibility of a permanent role following the end of the maternity contract.

About the school

Chislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School is one of the top performing grammar schools in the South East based in the London suburb of Sidcup. A heavily oversubscribed mixed selective grammar school where students excel with many going on to Oxbridge or other Russell Group universities.

Role and requirements

We require a well qualified graduate to be a Teacher of English and can teach in all three key stages. The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification, and possess the necessary experience and skills to take on this role within the department. English is a well established and successful subject at all key stages. It is also a very popular option subject at KS5.

The department is well resourced and staffed by experienced colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity to develop management and leadership skills.

Department context and opportunities

Applications are particularly welcome from candidates who are willing to contribute to the wider life of the school and to a rich and diverse programme of extra-curricular activities.

What we can offer you

Enthusiastic, able and well-behaved students

A modern teaching environment

Competitive pay and pension scheme

Tailored induction programme

Bluesky professional development scheme with the possibility of funding for additional qualifications

Employee Wellbeing Programme including counselling

Employee benefits such as Cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership and on-site gym

Ideal candidate

Place the learner at the centre of everything they do

Be an excellent classroom practitioner

Be able to work effectively as a member of a team

Be well organised, proactive keeping to deadlines and encouraging others to do so

Be willing to contribute to the wider life of the school, and to a rich and diverse programme of extra-curricular activities

Have the desire and dedication to ensure high standards of pupil progression and attainment

Safeguarding and equal opportunities

Chislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks.

CSGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation.

We are fully inclusive and actively promote equality of opportunity for all. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates.

Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

Application and closing

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. #J-18808-Ljbffr