English Teacher

Supply Desk; Amersham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term teaching opportunity

Consultant support

CPD and safeguarding updates

CPD Learning Hub access

Collaborative English department

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking an English Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Amersham from September. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4 and helping students achieve strong GCSE results.

The successful candidate will have QTS or equivalent, a solid knowledge of English Language and Literature, and a confident classroom presence. ECTs are encouraged to apply and the position offers competitive pay aligned with MPS/UPS.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• ECTs encouraged to apply with relevant placements.
• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature.
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management.
• Organised, flexible and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Available for a September start.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering creative and challenging English lessons.
• Teaching English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Supporting pupils in preparation for GCSE examinations.
• Encouraging analytical thinking and a love of reading and writing.
• Monitoring progress and setting clear, achievable targets.
• Adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs.
• Establishing clear routines and maintaining positive behaviour.
• Contributing to departmental planning and curriculum development.
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and pastoral teams.

Skills

QTS

Secondary English teaching

KS3/KS4

Classroom management

Education

QTS or equivalent

PGCE (optional)

Job description

Amersham, Buckinghamshire
September Start | MPS / UPS

Supply Desk is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-established secondary school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, seeking a motivated and confident English Teacher to join their team from September.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an English specialist who is passionate about literature, language, and literacy, and who is eager to inspire students to achieve their full potential.

You will play a key role in delivering engaging and effective English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping pupils develop strong reading, writing, and communication skills while achieving excellent academic outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering creative and challenging English lessons
• Teaching English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4
• Supporting pupils in preparation for GCSE examinations
• Encouraging analytical thinking and a love of reading and writing
• Monitoring progress and setting clear, achievable targets
• Adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs
• Establishing clear routines and maintaining positive behaviour
• Contributing to departmental planning and curriculum development
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and pastoral teams

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• ECTs encouraged to apply with relevant placements
• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• A well-organised, flexible, and enthusiastic approach to teaching
• Available for a September start

• Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS
• A long-term teaching opportunity in a supportive school
• Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding updates
• 24/7 access to an online CPD Learning Hub
• Placement in a collaborative and well-resourced English department

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and compliance with Safer Recruitment procedures.

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