English Teacher

Smile Education; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education partnership is seeking a passionate English Teacher for a secondary school near Coventry, starting September 2025. The role involves delivering dynamic lessons across all key stages, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and contributing to the team with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to make a difference in students' lives

Qualifications

• Degree in English with QTS or equivalent required.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for English.
• Confident classroom management and ability to inspire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5 in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom culture.
• Support students in developing strong communication skills.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Motivational Teaching Style

Education

Degree in English

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Smile Education is excited to be working in partnership with a thriving secondary school near Coventry, who are looking to welcome a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to their team from September 2025 — or sooner for the right candidate!
If you’re enthusiastic about bringing English to life and inspiring the next generation of readers, writers, and critical thinkers, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Overview: As an English Teacher, you’ll be delivering engaging, well-planned lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5 in line with the national curriculum. You’ll play a key role in creating a positive, inclusive classroom culture, where students are encouraged to express themselves and develop strong communication skills. You may occasionally be asked to teach general subjects to support school needs.
You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly, and collaborative team, with ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a real difference in students' academic journeys.
What We’re Looking For: A degree in English with QTS (or equivalent)
Strong subject knowledge and a love for English
Confident classroom management and motivational teaching style
A genuine passion for helping young people grow in confidence and ability