Teacher of English

We are looking to recruit a personable, well-qualified and motivated graduate to join our highly successful and innovative school as a Teacher of English, on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers or those new to the profession. The successful candidate will teach across the full spectrum of age and ability ranges, demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and have an ability to enthuse and inspire pupils, contributing keenly to the wider life of John Lyon.

John Lyon is a sought-after academically selective 3-18 co-educational independent day school, based in Harrow-on-the-Hill in North West London. Having educated boys from Harrow and surrounding areas since 1876, John Lyon welcomed its first girls as pupils in September 2021. The School has also moved from being a senior school to an all through school, following an amalgamation with Quainton Hall Prep School in 2021.

Pupils’ academic standards and personal development were both rated the highest possible ‘excellent’ in our most recent ISI school inspections. Add to this the vibrant Co-Curricular Programme focusing on a sense of community, achievement and wellbeing, a range of more than 100 extra-curricular activities, and pastoral care that is second to none, a John Lyon education nurtures high-achieving and happy children. 

Trainee or newly qualified teachers will have a dedicated mentor, a range of training activities and the chance to regularly observe outstanding teachers. John Lyon supports unqualified teachers in achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) qualification whilst working at the School. For applicants without a teaching qualification, we are looking for: passion for their specialist subject, excellent subject knowledge, enthusiasm, strong listening and communication skills, determination and resolve. 

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, above that of the maintained sector.
• Membership of the competitive Harrow Corporation DC Pension Scheme, which includes an additional 6% salary enhancement on top of the core salary scale.
• Fees remission for children of staff.
• Surface Book for every member of teaching staff.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.
• Complimentary lunch during term-time.
• Use of the School’s Sports Centre, including swimming pool.
• Discounted membership to Harrow School’s Golf Club.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

For further information please see the candidate pack.

Closing date for applications: 12pm, Monday 13 January 2025.

Please apply as soon as possible. Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and we reserve the right to interview and make an appointment before this date, should a suitable applicant be found.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with any past employers and an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service., and it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Online searches will be carried out if you are shortlisted. Please refer to the School's Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy for more details.  No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process can take , on average , one month. Please plan accordingly. 

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.