Engaging English Teacher (KS3–KS4) – GCSE Ready, ASAP

Smile Education; Chadderton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

ASAP start

Job summary

Smile Education are seeking a qualified English Teacher to join a secondary school in Oldham. You will deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils develop reading, writing and analytical skills and preparing them for GCSE exams.

The role requires QTS, good classroom management and a proactive approach to safeguarding. The position offers an ASAP start and a Long-term placement with dedicated consultant support from Smile Education.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school is required.
• You must have the full right to work in the UK.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan engaging lessons in line with the curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE English.
• Develop pupils’ reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of pupils of varying abilities, including SEND.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Support pupils with exam preparation and written work.
• Contribute positively to the wider English department.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school expectations.

Skills

Classroom management

GCSE English instruction

KS3/KS4 English

Behaviour management

Education

QTS

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

Smile Education are seeking a qualified English Teacher to join a secondary school in Oldham. You will deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils develop reading, writing and analytical skills and preparing them for GCSE exams.

The role requires QTS, good classroom management and a proactive approach to safeguarding. The position offers an ASAP start and a Long-term placement with dedicated consultant support from Smile Education.