Lady Margaret School
A Church of England School For Girls
Parsons Green, London, SW6 4UN
Tel: 020 7736 7138 Web: www.ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk
Email: admin@ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk
Teacher of English
September 2024 start – Full-time and Permanent Position
Inner London Teachers’ Scale
We are delighted that you have taken an interest in our teaching vacancy: This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful school with a friendly and supportive staff.
About Lady Margaret School
Lady Margaret School is a Church of England academy for girls aged 11-18 situated on Parsons Green in West London. Established in September 1917, there are currently 763 girls on roll, of whom 166 are in the Sixth Form. It is an outstandingly successful school in welcoming girls of all academic abilities and ensuring that they achieve their full potential. Its success is based on a culture of high expectations and aspirations, excellent standards of teaching and a strong commitment to its Christian ethos. However, it remains an inclusive school and girls from other faiths or those who have no religious beliefs at all are welcomed.
Our exam results reflect the hard work of our students and staff. In 2023, 92% of our girls attained GCSE English and Mathematics at grades 9-4. At A Level, our results are consistently outstanding, with high numbers of girls progressing to a wide range of Higher Education courses. In 2023 80% of grades were A*-B. Students at LMS have an excellent record of securing places at top universities.
About the Role
We are looking for an inspirational, committed and enthusiastic professional to join our English Department in September 2024 on a permanent and full-time basis. The successful candidate will have experience of teaching English across the full age and ability range. This position is suitable for either an ECT or someone with more experience. The English Department at Lady Margaret School is highly successful. In 2023 94% of students gained a grade 5 or above in English Language, for English Literature the figure was 90%. For A level English Literature 89% of grades were at A*-B.
What you can expect from us
A supportive school that has staff well-being at its core
Enthusiastic and engaged students and a culture of high aspirations
Excellent career progression opportunities in addition to the high quality CPD which is part of our established systems for staff support and development
A comprehensive benefits package including pension, employee assistance programme and Cyclescheme
A convenient location served by excellent transport links, close to local amenities and green spaces.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 2nd May 09.00am
Interviews will be held on: Friday 10th May
Please find the Applicant pack on our website here or on our TES listing here.
How to apply: Please click on the ‘Quick Apply’ button on our TES listing to fill out an online application form here. Alternatively, visit our website to complete our own application form: https://ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies
Lady Margaret School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.