Staff Vacancies
A list of current vacancies is listed below.
Salary: MPS/UPS
Job type: Part Time, Permanent
Start date: 01 January 2026
Apply by: 6 October 2025
Job overview
Teacher of English (with a focus on Sixth Form / A-Level)
Outer London Salary
Part-time 3 days per week
Required for January 2026
We are seeking a passionate Teacher of English to join our friendly and supportive department, with a particular focus on teaching English Literature at A-Level. English is a popular and successful subject in the Sixth Form, and we are looking for a colleague who is passionate about stretching and challenging students at KS5 while also contributing to our provision at Key Stages 3 and 4.
In this role, you will bring expertise in teaching across the curriculum and preparing students for examinations. Experience in coursework marking and moderation would be particularly valuable.
You will benefit from joining a collaborative department that places great emphasis on sharing best practice and supporting each other. A full induction programme is provided for all new members of staff, alongside excellent professional development opportunities.
At Townley, we are committed to both outstanding teaching and learning and to the wellbeing of our staff.
We offer:
Ten CPD days across the academic year,
Weekly bespoke CPD following an early finish on Mondays,
A two-week half term break in October.
You will be respected as a professional colleague, supported in honing your craft, and inspired by the opportunity to work daily with highly motivated and aspirational students.
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check with appropriate barred list checks, or the equivalent, and must be eligible to work in the UK. All staff are expected to be committed to the Equal Opportunities Policy.
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. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.
It will be reviewed regularly and it may be subject to modification at any time after consultation with the post holder.
Closing Date for Applications: 12.00 pm (noon) Monday 6th October 2025
Interviews Monday 13th October 2025 or upon receipt of application.
We encourage applicants to apply early as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
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Who we are
Townley Grammar School is one of the selective schools in the Bexley London Borough. The school, which was founded in 1937, has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence and is a lively, caring community of which we are justly proud. At Townley education is a creative process. We have a learning community which encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence. Our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes.
Our reputation is built on the dignity, responsibility and self esteem of all members of our community. Townley students develop the qualities of Confidence, Resilience, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Spirit, Social conscience and the ability to inspire.
We work to fulfil individual potential through providing outstanding teaching, rich opportunities for learning, and encouragement and support for each student.
The School is situated very close to Bexleyheath Town Centre and is well served by Public Transport, being on several bus routes. There is also convenient access from Bexley and Bexleyheath Stations.
Working for us
- Excellent CPD & Outstanding Teacher Programme
- Childcare Voucher Scheme
- Use of School Gym facilities
- Family Friendly Policies
- Reduced Rate for Facilities Hire
- Pension Scheme
