English Teacher

Class Act Teaching Services; Bloxham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Job summary

Class Act Teaching Services is supporting an Oxfordshire secondary school in recruiting an enthusiastic English Teacher for a full-time, long-term post starting November 2026. You will teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4, deliver engaging lessons, and help students develop literacy and analytical skills.

A supportive department and Good Ofsted setting are noted. The successful candidate will join a thriving English team committed to high standards and safeguarding,

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature to KS3-4.
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons.
• Support students in developing literacy, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Assess, monitor and track student progress.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to the wider English department.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Secondary English teaching

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Job description

English Teacher

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity November 2026 Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a successful and supportive secondary school in Oxfordshire for an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate English specialist to join a thriving department and inspire students through engaging lessons in both English Language and English Literature.

Our client is a large and successful secondary school with sixth form, serving over 1,500 students. The school is part of a well-established multi-academy trust and is committed to delivering high-quality education alongside excellent pastoral support.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Good across all key areas, including:

• Quality of Education
• Behaviour and Attitudes
• Personal Development
• Leadership and Management
• Sixth Form Provision

Inspectors highlighted the school's positive culture, strong leadership, and commitment to helping students achieve their full potential.

Duties as English Teacher:

• Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons
• Support students in developing literacy, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute positively to the wider English department

Ideal English Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge across English Language and Literature
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Class Act is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Class Act are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.