Teacher of English - initial 1 year fixed-term contract

Job title: Teacher of English Reports to: Subject Leader, English Salary: MPS 1 -UPS 3, depending on experience (Full-time equivalent £37,870 - £56,154 per annum) Working days: Full-time Start date: September 2026 An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a dynamic suitably qualified teacher of English, who has a real passion for the subject and has the capability of inspiring, challenging and stimulating students. The post would equally suit an early career or experienced teacher who has obtained a good degree in English or a related subject. For ECTs we offer three weeks work in July as part of our induction program. The English Department at Vyners is very strong with GCSE results consistently well above the national average. Vyners is a very popular and oversubscribed mixed eight form entry, 11-18 comprehensive school, situated in a pleasant residential area in North West London, bordering Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We have a track record of real success at all Key Stages. In 2025, 79% of students achieved grades 9-4 in both English and Maths at GCSE and we are consistently ranked in the top 10% of all schools nationally for progress measures and attainment. At A-Level 27% of all grades were A* - A and 57% A* - B. The school converted to academy status on 1 November 2011 and is part of the Vanguard Learning Trust which also includes one other secondary and three primary schools. We are well known for high academic standards, good behaviour, and our strong community spirit including a strong house system with students leading their peers. “ Pupils benefit from excellent relationships with each other and with staff. They are well cared for and have adults they trust and who they can talk to if they have problems” (Ofsted, 2025) . Many students are involved in extracurricular sport, music and drama, performing at a high level including prestigious public events and performing in our own school productions. We offer you: A well established and well respected continual professional development program. Creative opportunities and mentoring for continual career progression. A friendly, innovative and exciting community in which to work. A lively and supportive team achieving excellent results. A comprehensive and first class new employee induction programme. An annual two day staff conference with excellent keynote speakers. Excellent facilities including Interactive whiteboards, onsite gym, car parking and access to local transport. As part of the Vanguard Learning Trust, we also offer staff developmental opportunities via the trust and support from other professionals in the same role across the trust schools. Why work for Vanguard Learning Trust? Vanguard Learning Trust is a cross-phase Trust in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Our Trust currently has five schools: Field End Junior School, Hermitage Primary School, Ruislip High School, Ryefield Primary School and Vyners School. The suc