We are currently seeking to fill the position of Teacher of English.
We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and enthusiastic full-time teacher with a English specialism to join a highly successful and established department and teach across all Key Stages. Ideal applicants would have an ability to teach A-Level, the ability to teach another subject would be a significant advantage.
The English department currently consists of 8 members of teaching staff. The department enjoys the use of four designated teaching rooms with interactive whiteboard facilities as well as regular use of ICT suites around the school.
English is taught as a core subject at KS3 and KS4 where students are arranged in sets according to ability. Co curricular provision is also a key component of the Ewell Castle experience for pupils and all colleagues are required to take an active role.
The starting salary for this position will be according to the Ewell Castle Pay Scales (M1-M6) and will reflect the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
All new employees follow a structured induction programme, thereafter are engaged in the school Review process. Ewell Castle School offers the statutory induction process for ECTs which is managed by the Independent Schools Teacher Induction Panel (ISTip) and approved by the DFE. The school has a proven and successful record of working with teacher training institutions.
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This job description will be reviewed as and when necessary, in accordance with the needs of the School.
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About Ewell Castle School
Ewell Castle School is a happy and successful co-educational independent school on the Surrey/London borders, easily accessible by public transport. We are a through school that offers children aged 4 to 18 the benefits of a family-friendly atmosphere whilst maintaining a stimulating and rigorous academic programme. We care about the needs of the individual child and this is facilitated by small class sizes and our personalised approach.
Ewell Castle is a private school that oozes charm and character in a green and beautiful enclave. There is widespread affection for the School’s family ethos and we are utterly loyal to our boys and girls, dedicated to inspiring their best achievement, whether in: academic success, sporting excellence or exceptional performing arts. The School’s reputation for an ambitious and personalised approach to each pupil is well founded, as is our excellent reputation for pastoral care, creating a rounded and grounded experience for all.
Ewell Castle School’s ideology is to focus our energy on the learning and welfare of our children. What happens in the classroom is the beating heart of the School, stretching and challenging our pupils to achieve more than they thought possible. The School has a vibrant community spirit and is a genuine mixed ability school with a focus on helping every child to thrive.
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Church Street, Ewell, KT17 2AW
020 8393 1413 www.ewellcastle.co.uk
Closing Date: 02 November 2025