English Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dover; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an experienced English Teacher for a high-achieving grammar school in Dover. The role involves delivering high-quality lessons to students across all key stages, contributing to an excellent academic environment. The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have secondary teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to student success. Attractive pay and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Access to professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at secondary school level.
• Proven track record of raising attainment.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver English lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Inspire a love of literature among students.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication

Assessment monitoring

Creative writing

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location:Dover, Kent
Salary:£120 - £250 per day (depending on experience)
Start date:January 2026
Contract:Full-time, Long-term

Are you a passionate and inspirational English Teacher dedicated to fostering a love of literature and language?

Do you have the skills to deliver dynamic lessons that challenge and engage students across all key stages?

If so, then we at GSL Education Kent would love to hear from you. We have an exciting opportunity for a talentedEnglish Teacherto join a high-achieving and selective grammar school located in Dover. The selectedEnglish Teacherwill be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, contributing to a department with a strong track record of academic success.

The school is a renowned academic institution, recently rated'Outstanding' by Ofsted, which praised its "exceptional standards" and "highly ambitious curriculum." The school provides a stimulating and supportive environment where students are encouraged to become confident, articulate, and critical thinkers. The successfulEnglish Teacherwill join a collaborative and expert department that is committed to instilling a deep and lasting appreciation for English in all its students.

As an English Teacher, you will be expected to:

• Plan and deliver challenging and innovative English lessons to pupils across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Inspire a love of literature and develop students' analytical and creative writing skills to a high standard.
• Prepare students thoroughly for GCSE and A-Level examinations, ensuring outstanding outcomes.
• Utilise assessment data to monitor progress and provide targeted support to ensure all pupils achieve their potential.
• Contribute to the development of the English curriculum and participate in departmental initiatives.

In order to be considered for this English Teacher role, the candidate must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in English.
• Have experience teaching English at secondary school level, with experience of A-Level being highly desirable.
• Have a proven track record of raising attainment and delivering high-quality lessons.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Meet GSL’s safer recruitment background checks.

GSL Education offers:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Direct links to local schools
• Access to professional development and training
• Dedicated consultants who will support your employment needs

Please be advised that thisEnglish Teacherrole requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Kent. All of our current adverts apply to real vacancies.

For more information or to be considered for thisEnglish Teacherrole, please click ‘apply’ and submit a full (10 year), up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

If you are interested in thisEnglish Teacherposition, please contact Louise at the GSL Education Kent office to find out more information with a view to registering for this role ASAP.