An outstanding teacher of English is required for September 2026. The School has a long-standing record of high academic achievement (93.4% of A-level entries gained A* to B grades in 2025, 63% Grade 9 at GCSE, 86% 9/8 and 96% 9-7 GCSE in 2025). There is also much happening in terms of co-curricular activities, and all staff are expected to be fully involved in School life.
English is a flourishing department with seven full time teachers and two part-time, and aims to develop a culture of reading, critical curiosity and literary enthusiasm in all pupils. Pupils are taught a broad range of texts in Years 6 to 9, building reading and writing skills for GCSE, in advance of studying for CIE IGCSEs in English Language and Literature at the end of Year 11. English is a growing choice for A level and pupils regularly go on to high-tariff universities to study both English and English in joint honours; in 2025 and 2026, 8 of 11 of the school's prospective Oxbridge candidates for English/joint honours have been offered places a testament to the excellent quality of teaching and learning at the heart of the Department. Specific year groups to be taught are yet to be determined, but the post will involve teaching across the range of key stages, from the Lower School (Years 6 to 9) to GCSE and A level classes.
We aspire to attract a staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of the CLS community. We welcome applications from anyone with the relevant skills and abilities, and particularly from those who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours. We use CV Minder to anonymise applications.
CLS was named by the Sunday Times as London Independent Secondary School of the Year 2020, and occupies fine, modern buildings near St. Paul's Cathedral overlooking the Thames, opposite the Tate Modern. There are impressive off-site sports facilities in south east London.
CLS Teaching Pay Scale £40,480 £65,150 (plus two progression points to £67,270 and £69,450) 2025 - 2026. The post would be suitable for an ECT (we provide statutory induction) or a colleague with more experience.
City of London School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Further information about the School and a copy of the most recent ISI Inspection report are available on our website, alongside further information about the broader benefits of working at CLS.
Further details and an application form are available from our website (https://www.cityoflondonschool.org.uk/about/vacancies)
Closing date: 9am 2 March 2026.
Interviews will be held on 11 March 2026.