Aspiring English Teacher – Secondary (Chelmsford) | Training

Ribbons and Reeves Limited; Galleywood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves Limited is supporting a high-performing secondary school in Chelmsford to recruit an Unqualified English Teacher. The position is full-time, permanent, starting September 2026, with a clear route into teacher training within a supportive English department.

You will deliver engaging English lessons to secondary students, help develop their reading and writing skills, adapt resources, manage class behaviour, and collaborate with experienced staff to raise attainment and foster a

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in English or a related subject (1st class or 2:1).
• Experience with secondary-aged students is desirable.
• Enthusiastic, resilient and confident with young people.
• Motivated to develop professionally and potentially progress into teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons to secondary-aged students.
• Support students in developing reading, writing, analysis and communication skills.
• Plan and adapt lessons and resources to meet different learners.
• Establish positive relationships with students and encourage a love of English.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Work closely with experienced teachers and the wider English department.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold its values.

Skills

Passion for English

Classroom management

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in English or related subject (1st/2:1)

Job description

Ribbons & Reeves Limited is supporting a high-performing secondary school in Chelmsford to recruit an Unqualified English Teacher. The position is full-time, permanent, starting September 2026, with a clear route into teacher training within a supportive English department.

You will deliver engaging English lessons to secondary students, help develop their reading and writing skills, adapt resources, manage class behaviour, and collaborate with experienced staff to raise attainment and foster a