English Teacher

Contract

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference DA/ENG/WESTDRAYTON_1765353503

Closing date January 9, 2026

Location North West London, United Kingdom

Status

Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

English Teacher (KS4) Salary: £170 - £220+ per day Contract Type: Fulltime Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm Location: Hillingdon

About the Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced English Teacher to join an innovative and supportive learning environment. Our school works with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often facing behavioural challenges that require patience, empathy, and adaptability. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons for KS3 & 4 students with a range of abilities and SEMH needs.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support students' emotional wellbeing and maintain positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Provide consistent structure, clear expectations, and constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Monitor and assess student progress, celebrating achievements and addressing barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to meet the holistic needs of learners.

Person Specification

• Qualified teacher with experience teaching English at KS4, ideally within SEMH or alternative provision settings.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire students who may have faced previous academic or behavioural challenges.
• Excellent classroom management skills, with empathy, patience, and resilience.
• Committed to supporting diverse learners and creating an inclusive, nurturing environment.
• Flexible, creative, and proactive in addressing individual student needs.

Why Join Us?

You'll work with a close-knit, values-driven team where every member of staff plays a vital role in transforming lives. At the provision, you'll benefit from:

• A supportive, collaborative environment where wellbeing comes first.
• Ongoing professional development and access to specialist training.
• Opportunities to innovate and tailor learning experiences to individual students.
• A culture built on trust, kindness, and high expectations.

Additional Information

Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers.

If you are interested in the role, click the apply button or can send your CV to Deji Agbaje at Veritas Education London, see contact details below.

Call: 0203 026 6150 or Email: dagbaje@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'