English Teacher

Grade A Recruitment Ltd; Diss; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Refer a friend scheme (£100)

Specialist advice and guidance

Free training events

Temp to Perm positions

Local schools experience

Job summary

Grade A Recruitment Ltd is seeking an English Teacher for a secondary setting in England. The role offers flexibility for full-time or part-time hours and focuses on delivering high-quality English instruction to support student progress and achievement.

The ideal candidate holds QTS and demonstrates strong subject knowledge, effective lesson planning, and excellent classroom management. A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and student welfare is essential and the role includes involvement in

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that challenge and support learning.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons across key stages, ensuring student progress.
• Plan and prepare effective lessons with meaningful homework.
• Provide constructive feedback to help students improve their work.
• Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom environment.
• Differentiate to meet individual learning needs with TA support.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and department resources.
• Monitor progress and prepare reports for parents and school leaders.
• Support students’ pastoral development and promote high standards of behaviour.
• Participate in departmental meetings and school events.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to the school community.
• Promote inclusive learning with high expectations and safeguarding.

Education

QTS

Job description

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic English Teacher to join a secondary school, with flexibility for either full-time or part-time hours.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about English and dedicated to helping students develop their knowledge, confidence and academic potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons across relevant key stages, ensuring students make good progress and achieve their potential.
• Plan and prepare effective lessons, setting meaningful homework to reinforce learning.
• Provide constructive feedback and clear guidance to help students improve their work.
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment where students can learn effectively.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs, working closely with teaching assistants and support staff.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, schemes of work and departmental resources.
• Monitor student progress and prepare reports for parents, carers and school leaders.
• Support students' pastoral development and promote high standards of behaviour.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school events and extracurricular activities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute positively to the wider school community.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment built on mutual respect, fairness and high expectations.
• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the welfare and safety of students.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching English.
• Can plan and deliver effective lessons that engage and challenge students.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and student achievement.

Safeguarding:

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and online presence checks. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

What We Offer You

• Flexibility
• £100 refer a friend scheme
• Specialist Advice and Guidance
• Free Training events
• Temp to Perm positions
• Roles to suit your requirements
• Work with lots of local schools

Grade A Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please keep in mind that we cannot supply sponsorships for candidates.

Candidates must have Right To Work in the UK.

QTS Teachers will receive a bonus of £250 when registering with Grade A and working a minimum of 10 days.