TEACHER OF ENGLISH, part-time (0.6), fixed term We are looking for an inspirational teacher with strong academic credentials to start in January 2026. This post is fixed term, until August 2026. Ideally, we are looking for 0.6 over 4 days but there is some flexibility, and we will also consider full-time. We welcome applications from experienced teachers, ECTs and graduates. If an ECT or graduate were appointed to the post, a high level of structured support and guidance (meeting statutory requirements) would be provided to ensure progression towards the successful completion of their training or induction period. We pride ourselves on the level of support and care given to teachers in the early stages of their careers. The successful candidate will: • have a passionate interest in the subject • have excellent subject knowledge • be an outstanding classroom teacher • possess creativity, strong organisational abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills • have the ability to motivate and inspire pupils of great academic potential, including Oxford and Cambridge candidates, while bringing an equal level of enthusiasm to teaching across the full ability range • join a talented and welcoming team The English Department currently consists of the Head of Department and eight other specialist teachers. It is housed largely in its own dedicated suite of classrooms. There is also a departmental office/resource room. In the first three years, English is taught in form groups. The Department has its own flexible Key Stage 3 English Programme which is subject to continuous review and development. In Years 10 and 11, English sets consist of approximately 12 to 23 students and follow the Edexcel IGCSE course for English Language (Specification A) and CAIE English Literature (0992). We teach the Eduqas English Literature A level as a linear course. Teachers appointed to Colfe’s are expected to contribute to the co-curricular life of the community and will become part of a caring, purposeful and committed community of outstandingly supportive colleagues. Teaching staff at Colfe’s enjoy a range of benefits including: • Colfe’s highly competitive salary scale • Longer holidays than the maintained sector • Free lunches • Free membership of Colfe’s Leisure Centre • Free on-site parking • Excellent professional development opportunities • Cycle to Work scheme • Annual flu vaccination Colfe’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. Application procedure The recruitment process will require all applicants to complete an application form, accompanied by a letter of application, current CV and details of two referees, who will be contacted prior to interview, in accordance with the School’s Safer Recruitment procedures. There will be interviews and a lesson observation for short listed candidates. Please email Mrs A Ross at recruitment@colfes.com Or post to: Mrs A Ross, Human Resources, Colfe’s School, Horn Park Lane, London SE12 8AW Applications should be sent as soon as possible and by Thursday 27 November 9.00 am at the latest. Colfe’s reserves the right to appoint to this post before the closing date if necessary and we would therefore very much encourage early applications. Colfe’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. 2