English and Psychology Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Markyate; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is urgently seeking an English & Psychology Teacher for a supportive setting in St Albans, Hertfordshire. The role involves teaching 11–16 year-olds in small groups of 2–8 and supporting pupils under age-related expectations.

The position starts November 2026 with a possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate. This is a full-time, temporary post with potential progression for the next academic year.

Qualifications

• QTS and strong English teaching experience.
• Experience teaching English to secondary-aged pupils.
• Psychology knowledge or SEMH experience.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with low prior attainment.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Resilience and adaptability to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and Psychology-related content to pupils aged 11-16
• Small teaching groups of 2-8 students
• Support pupils working below age-related expectations
• Deliver engaging, accessible lessons tailored to individual needs
• Help rebuild confidence, motivation and engagement with education
• Teach areas including GCSE English, reading, writing, comprehension and communication
• Build positive relationships and provide consistent support
• Manage behaviour calmly and confidently

Skills

QTS

English teaching

Behaviour management

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Job description

English & Psychology Teacher - URGENT

St Albans, Hertfordshire Full-Time November 2026 Start 182- 278 per day

Tradewind Recruitment is urgently recruiting an English & Psychology Teacher for a supportive setting in St Albans, working with students aged 11-16.

This is a minimum one-term assignment, with the possibility of a permanent position if the placement works well for both the school and successful candidate.

The role would suit an experienced English Teacher with Psychology or SEMH experience who wants to work with small groups and make a genuine difference to pupils who have struggled in mainstream education.

Starting November 2nd - with an earlier start potentially available for the right candidate.

Temporary Post - with possible permanent opportunity for the next Academic year.

The Role

• Teach English and Psychology-related content to pupils aged 11-16
• Small teaching groups of just 2-8 students
• Support pupils working below age-related expectations
• Deliver engaging, accessible lessons tailored to individual needs
• Help rebuild confidence, motivation and engagement with education
• Teach areas including GCSE English, reading, writing, comprehension and communication
• Build positive relationships and provide consistent support
• Manage behaviour calmly and confidently

What We're Looking For

We would particularly like to hear from teachers with:

• QTS and strong English teaching experience
• Experience teaching English to secondary-aged pupils
• Psychology knowledge or SEMH experience
• Excellent behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Confidence supporting pupils with low prior attainment
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Resilience and the ability to adapt to individual needs

Primary Teachers with QTS are also encouraged to apply if they have strong English knowledge, excellent behaviour management and experience supporting pupils with additional or behavioural needs.

Why Apply?

• 182- 278 per day - MPS to UPS, London Fringe
• Minimum 1-term assignment
• Potential permanent position if all goes well
• Full-time opportunity
• Very small classes - 2-8 pupils
• Supportive and relationship-focused environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference
• Excellent support from your Tradewind consultant
• Access to FREE CPD and professional development
• PAYE - no umbrella company