English Teacher

Bright Star Talent Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Star Talent Limited is seeking an English Teacher to join a secondary school in Ladywood, Birmingham. You will teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4, supporting GCSE preparation and helping pupils develop reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, strong classroom management, and a commitment to improving literacy. You will plan lessons, assess work, and collaborate with the English department to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of the KS3 and GCSE English Language and Literature curriculum.
• Ability to explain texts clearly to pupils of varying abilities.
• Confident classroom management and effective communication skills.
• Organised planning, marking and assessment approaches.
• Commitment to improving literacy and supporting pupils needing extra help.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the department.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teaching fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama aligned to the department curriculum.
• Developing pupils’ reading, vocabulary and written accuracy.
• Teaching students to analyse language, structure and themes.
• Modelling clear essay writing and guiding evidence-based responses.
• Preparing pupils for GCSE examinations with revision and exam technique.
• Assessing work and giving constructive feedback with next steps.
• Adapting lessons for SEND and additional literacy needs.
• Maintaining good behaviour and consistent classroom expectations.
• Collaborating with the English department and support staff to monitor progress.

Skills

Classroom management

KS3/KS4 English knowledge

GCSE preparation support

Effective communication

Planning & assessment

Collaboration

Literacy advocacy

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Experience teaching English in a secondary school

Strong knowledge of KS3/GCSE English Language & Literature

Job description

Bright Star Talent is recruiting an English Teacher to join a secondary school in Ladywood, Birmingham.

We are looking for a qualified teacher with experience teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4, including supporting pupils with GCSE exam preparation. You will be confident teaching a range of texts and helping pupils develop their reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills.

This role would suit a teacher who can lead purposeful classroom discussions, model effective written responses and give pupils the support they need to express their ideas clearly.

About the role

You will plan and deliver lessons that build pupils’ understanding of language and literature, from developing core literacy skills to analysing writers’ choices. You will support pupils of different abilities and help them approach GCSE assessments with greater confidence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teaching fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama in line with the department’s curriculum.
• Developing pupils’ comprehension, vocabulary and written accuracy.
• Teaching pupils how to analyse language, structure and themes.
• Modelling clear essay writing and supporting pupils to construct evidence based responses.
• Preparing pupils for GCSE examinations through revision and exam technique practice.
• Assessing work and providing constructive feedback with clear next steps.
• Adapting lessons and resources for pupils with SEND and additional literacy needs.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and consistent classroom expectations.
• Working closely with the English department and support staff to monitor progress.

We are looking for:

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of the KS3 and GCSE English Language and Literature curriculum.
• The ability to explain texts and concepts clearly to pupils of different abilities.
• Confident classroom management and effective communication skills.
• An organised approach to planning, marking and assessment.
• A commitment to improving literacy and supporting pupils who need additional help.
• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to consistent teaching across the department.

Applications are welcome from experienced teachers and ECTs with relevant subject knowledge and classroom experience.

Working with Bright Star Talent

You will have a dedicated consultant who will discuss the role, your experience and your availability with you before putting you forward. We will support you through registration, compliance and the placement, with a clear point of contact for any questions along the way.

Safeguarding and compliance

Bright Star Talent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all applicants to share this commitment.

Applicants must hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one. All appointments are subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including suitable references, identity and right to work checks, verification of teaching qualifications and a review of employment history. Additional safeguarding checks may be required where applicable.

All required checks must be completed before the placement begins