Teacher of English
Are you a dynamic, committed and inspirational teacher? Do you have the drive and determination to play a significant role in our expanding English team?
If so, this is an exciting time to join us. Drapers’ Academy is seeking an inspirational English teacher. This is a full-time position; however, part-time applications will be considered.
Our English team has a blend of experienced teachers, including the Head of Faculty, KS4 Coordinator, KS3 Coordinator and two Lead Practitioners. The diverse staff make the Faculty an interesting and unique environment to work in.
Our Sixth Form is growing, and English Literature continues to be a popular Post-16 choice.
If you are committed to excellence in teaching and learning, use innovative methods in the classroom and are able to disseminate your passion and ideas to others, then this role is for you.
Drapers’ Academy has much to offer:
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Summer 2024: Best ever GCSE and A Level results
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Nationally recognised GCSE progress
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March 2025: Recognised by Ofsted as Good in all areas
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A clear vision to deliver high standards of education and serve our community
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State-of-the-art campus surrounded by acres of countryside
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Committed, generous sponsors: The Drapers Company and Queen Mary University
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Fully subscribed through the school
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An environment that promotes innovation
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Class size averaging 25
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Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
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Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme offering individual support, information and advice
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Centralised detention model
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All pupils are asked to place their phones in Yondr pouches during the school day
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Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team
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Proactive staff-led Wellbeing Team
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Our own Sixth Form area is dedicated to A Level teaching
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Membership of the Havering Teacher Training Partnership and the Ambition Institute to support ECT induction, teacher training and CPD of staff at all levels
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An employer who invests in the development of staff with a commitment to ongoing professional development through Instructional Coaching
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Staff access to our gym
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Close proximity to the M25 (Junction 28, Brentwood) and the A12 for ease of access from London, Kent, Essex or Hertfordshire and ample secure on-site parking
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Short bus journey from Harold Wood train station and Elizabeth line tube station
It is our practice to recruit staff to permanent positions via direct application rather than agency placement.
We welcome staff who wish to visit the school in advance of application. To arrange this, please contact slucey@drapersacademy.com
Applications should be made online. Full details of the post, including the link to the application form, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early upon appointment of a successful candidate.
Closing date: 9.00 am on Monday, 2nd March 2026.
Drapers’ Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, an online check, and other relevant employment checks.