English and Media Teacher - Outstanding School in Richmond

English and Media Teacher – Richmond, South West London 🎬

Inspire Literary and Media Literacy at a Successful West London Academy

We are seeking an enthusiastic, versatile, and committedEnglish and Media Teacherto join the thriving faculty at a well-regarded secondary academy in the affluentRichmondarea of South West London.

This is afull-time, permanent positionstarting as soon as possible.

• English and Media Teacherrequired

• Full-time, Permanentposition startingimmediately

• Successful, high-performing academy inRichmond, Outer London

• TeachEnglish Language and Literatureacross Key Stages 3 & 4 (KS3/KS4) andMedia Studiesto Key Stage 5 (KS5).

• Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000available

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will be an inspirational and highly effective specialist, passionate about both classic literature and contemporary media. You will be joining a supportive environment where high academic expectations and creative expression are valued. The role focuses on delivering engaging, rigorous lessons that achieve excellent results in English and Media Studies, preparing students for university and future careers in creative and analytical fields.

To attract an exceptional candidate, this role includes a generousRecruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 per annum. This financial incentive is apurely financial rewarddesigned to support excellent teachers and their commitment to our school community.

The School

This is a successful academy, recognized for its strong student outcomes and dedicated, professional staff culture. The English and Media faculty is committed to developing students' critical analysis, communication skills, and creative production abilities. The school is dedicated to continuous staff development, offering a high-quality, tailoredCPD programmeto help all staff thrive. Located inRichmond, the school offers a highly desirable setting in South West London, known for its quality of life and cultural richness.

We Are Looking For:

• A qualified teacher withQTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• A proven track record as an excellentEnglish Teacher(covering Language and Literature to at least KS4).

• The ability and experience to successfully teachMedia Studies to A-Level (KS5).

• A genuine passion for both subjects and the ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities.

• The drive to contribute positively to the academic and co-curricular life of the school.

Salary and Benefits

• Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS)for Teachers.

  • The base salary will be paid according to experience within the statutoryOuter London Pay Scale(The Outer London Main Pay Range minimum is approximately£37,870as of September 2025).

• A fixedRecruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000per annum.

• Excellent, structured professional development and career progression pathways.

If you are an ambitious and excellentEnglish and Media Teacherready to join a successful Richmond academy, please submit your CV outlining your suitability.