English Teacher

Supply Desk; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Supply Desk in Buckingham is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join its team from November 2026. You will inspire a love of literature and language across KS3/KS4 and contribute to a department that values creativity and ongoing development.

The school has a clear focus on raising attainment and fostering collaboration, with professional development actively encouraged and a supportive leadership. You will be joining a team committed to student engagement and high standards.

Qualifications

• QTS and secondary English teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of literature and language.
• Ability to engage students of varying abilities.
• Confident classroom management and communication.
• Reflective practitioner committed to ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience welcomed).
• Plan purposeful and well-structured lessons that stretch and support all learners.
• Track and assess student progress, using data to inform teaching and raise achievement.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the wider work of the English department.
• Support enrichment opportunities such as reading initiatives, clubs, or theatre trips.

Skills

QTS

Secondary English

Student engagement

Classroom management

Reflective practitioner

Job description

English Teacher

Location: Buckingham

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-time/Part-time (Temporary to Permanent)

Salary: £29,344 - £44,919 (MPS/UPS)

A role with real impact

An \"Good\" secondary school in Buckingham is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join its team from November. This is an opportunity to inspire a love of literature and language in students while contributing to a department that values creativity, strong teaching practice, and continuous improvement.

The school has a clear focus on raising attainment and fostering a culture where both staff and students are supported to succeed. You'll be joining a collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed and professional development is actively encouraged.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 experience welcomed).
• Bring texts to life, encouraging critical thinking, discussion, and confident written expression.
• Plan purposeful and well-structured lessons that stretch and support all learners.
• Track and assess student progress, using data to inform teaching and raise achievement.
• Create a positive and focused classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the wider work of the English department.
• Support enrichment opportunities such as reading initiatives, clubs, or theatre trips.

What the school is looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching English in a secondary setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across literature and language.
• The ability to engage and motivate students of varying abilities.
• Confident classroom management and clear communication skills.
• A reflective practitioner with a commitment to ongoing development.

Why consider this role?

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff culture.
• Opportunities for progression and professional growth.
• A school focused on improving outcomes and student engagement.
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in students' academic journeys.

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete 5 or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures. (AGY)