Teacher of English

The West London Free School aims to provide all pupils, no matter what their background, with a classical liberal education. We have a school culture built on a passion for bringing rich, demanding and inspiring knowledge to pupils of all abilities. We treasure the subject knowledge of staff, we value their passion for continuing to grow as subject-specialists and we support their subject-specific development. 

There is a firm and fair approach to behaviour, systematically supported by senior staff: all pupil detentions are centralised and run by senior staff every day.  Teachers are therefore able to prioritise the planning and teaching of subject knowledge.  School leaders walk the talk: we all teach, love our subjects, understand workload pressures and are highly visible around school. We offer a range of employment benefits including interest-free season ticket loans, staff social clubs, fitness classes and subsidised staff lunches. 

The English Department embodies a collaborative approach to all planning and curriculum development. This means that bespoke, high-quality, lesson-by-lesson resources are used consistently across all Key Stages, allowing members of the Department enough time to support students with meaningful feedback and instruction whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This is an exciting time to join the West London Free School and the person appointed will play a key role in the development of the A-Level curriculum for English. 

Key characteristics of the role include: 

· To be a model of excellent practice, maintaining a clear focus on the outstanding delivery of English to pupils;

· To stimulate and encourage pupils to a high standard of interest and work in the subject, ensuring that the needs of the individual are met;

· To assist the Head of Department in the production of schemes of work for Key Stage 3, 4 and 5, and to monitor their subsequent effectiveness;

· To monitor the progress of students according to the department and school assessment policy and to advise on set changes;

· To show a commitment to enhancing the quality of teaching and learning in the department by taking part in sharing resources, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional development.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- An ability to teach English from KS3 to A-Level;

- A passion for English and exceptional subject knowledge;

- Excellent team working skills;

- Effective and efficient communication skills with both pupils and staff; 

- An understanding and commitment to the ethos of the school.

The West London Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you wish to apply, please complete and return the attached application form with a covering letter via email to r.mehta@wlfs.org or post to the West London Free School, Palingswick House, 241 King Street, Hammersmith, W6 9LP.