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English teacher (Temporary)

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Primary & Secondary Not specified Contract / Temp mid Level 24 September 2026
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Education Details

English Secondary secondary
Levels: GCSE

Job Description

English Teacher

Temporary

Start date: 24 September 2026

Are you an English teacher with strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for helping young people succeed?

About the Role

A school is looking for a committed English teacher to join their department and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that support learners to make real progress.

You'll teach across your specialism, assess and track student achievement, and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment alongside a supportive team of colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering engaging English lessons that support student progress and achievement.
  • Differentiating your teaching to meet the needs of mixed-ability learners.
  • Assessing learner progress and providing clear, constructive feedback.
  • Supporting learners with exam preparation and building their confidence.
  • Contributing to curriculum planning and the wider work of the department.
  • Maintaining a safe, inclusive and well-managed classroom.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • A relevant degree and/or a recognised teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS or PGCE)
  • Strong subject knowledge in English
  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable (but not essential):

  • Experience teaching GCSE English
  • Experience supporting resit or mixed-ability learners

If you're ready to bring your subject knowledge to a supportive department and help learners achieve their best, we'd love to hear from you.

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Dom Key-Leeves

Dom Key-Leeves

Recruitment Manager

Requirements

  • QTS, QTLS or PGCE
  • Relevant degree
  • Strong subject knowledge in English
  • Excellent classroom management skills
  • Enhanced DBS

Skills & Qualifications

English teachingGCSE EnglishClassroom managementDifferentiationAssessment and feedbackCurriculum planningMixed-ability teaching

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