English Teacher

Step Teachers; Corston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated English Teacher for a full-time position in Bury. The role involves delivering lessons, mentoring students, and participating in school activities. Ideal candidates should possess strong English subject knowledge and a genuine passion for education. The position comes with competitive pay and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks

DBS refund after 20 working days

Free CPD opportunities

24/7 GP access and retail discounts

£100 Amazon voucher through Refer-a-Friend scheme

Qualifications

• CV covering the last 10 years of work.
• Proof of right to work & address in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to buy a new one).
• Two professional references (one from a school).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 & KS4.
• Guide students through various texts while building analytical skills.
• Monitor progress and provide targeted support.
• Support literacy initiatives and enrichment activities.

Skills

Experience teaching English across KS3 & KS4

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for creating engaging lessons

Team player

Commitment to developing confident readers

Education

QTS/QTLS certificate or recognized equivalent

Job description

Overview

English Teacher – Bury – Step Teachers, Manchester

Step Teachers are hiring for an English Teacher in Bury! – Full-Time, Long-Term

We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Bury, starting ASAP.

This is a full-time, long-term position with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Basics

Location: Bury

Start: ASAP

Pay: Up to £200 / day for first 12 weeks. Paid to scale from 13th week.

Hours: Full-time Mon–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm

Contract: Temp-to-Perm for the right person

Benefits

• Equal pay to permanent staff in the same role after 13 weeks.
• DBS refund after 20 working days.
• Free CPD opportunities via The National College & Creative Education.
• Step Perks (24/7 GP access, retail discounts & more).
• £100 Amazon voucher through our Refer-a-Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Ongoing support from a specialist SEN consultant with over 13 years’ experience in your local area.

Your New Work Environment

• A modern school with excellent facilities and a strong commitment to academic achievement.
• A high-performing English department that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and a love of literature.
• A well-planned curriculum that ensures students are stretched, challenged, and well prepared for GCSE success.
• Supportive colleagues and leadership team who share best practice and value collaboration.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering high-quality English lessons across KS3 & KS4.
• Guiding students through a wide variety of texts, from Shakespeare to modern works, while building analytical skills.
• Monitoring progress and providing targeted support to ensure all students achieve their potential.
• Supporting literacy initiatives, reading groups, and other enrichment activities.
• Playing an active role in school life and contributing to whole-school improvement.

Who You Are

• Experience teaching English across KS3 & KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and a track record of raising student outcomes.
• Passion about creating engaging, challenging lessons.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative department.
• Committed to developing confident readers, writers, and thinkers.

What You’ll Need

• CV covering your last 10 years of work.
• Proof of right to work & address in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to buy a new one).
• Two professional references (one from a school).
• QTS/QTLS certificate or recognized equivalent.

If you’re ready for this English Teacher role in Bury and want to be part of a school that celebrates achievement and fosters a love of learning,

Call Graham at Step Teachers in Manchester or click APPLY now!

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!