English Teacher

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Bridport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. invites an energetic English Teacher to join a well-regarded secondary school in Bridport from November 2026.

This full-time position is initially temporary with a view to permanent, offering a competitive salary (MPS/UPS depending on experience). You will deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, plan, prepare and assess, and support students in literacy and critical thinking while contributing to departmental and whole‑school initiatives.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching English within a secondary school.
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and communication skills.
• Is passionate about student progress and attainment.
• Can create engaging and creative learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons that inspire student achievement.
• Support students in developing literacy and critical thinking skills.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and whole‑school activities.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Communication skills

Creative teaching

Student progress

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Bridport, Dorset. Start Date: November 2026. Competitive salary (MPS/UPS depending on experience). Full-time | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity.

Are you a passionate English Teacher looking to inspire the next generation through language and literature? We are currently recruiting for a talented and enthusiastic English Teacher to join a well-respected secondary school in Bridport from November.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and help students develop their reading, writing, and communication skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an engaging curriculum and fostering a love of English across the school.

• Deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons that inspire student achievement.
• Support students in developing literacy and critical thinking skills.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and whole‑school activities.

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching English within a secondary school.
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and communication skills.
• Is passionate about student progress and attainment.
• Can create engaging and creative learning experiences.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A supportive and collaborative English department.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process.

Whether you are an experienced English Teacher or an ECT eager to begin your career, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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