English Teacher

GSL Education; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus £100

CPD courses

Job summary

GSL Education in Doncaster is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to join from September 2026. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, assess progress, and contribute to department planning in a supportive school environment.

The role requires Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent, strong knowledge of English language and literature, effective classroom management, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent qualification is required.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of English language and literature.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Commitment to delivering engaging and purposeful lessons.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach a broad range of English language and literature content.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of individual learners.
• Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations within the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the English department.
• Contribute to wider school activities and the continued development of the department where appropriate.

Skills

Classroom management

Planning

Communication

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Looking for an English Teacher in Doncaster!

Job Title: English Teacher

Location: Doncaster

Salary: Up to £200 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time

Start Date: September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic English Teacher ready to inspire students and help them develop a strong foundation in language and literature? A welcoming secondary school in Doncaster is looking for a committed English Teacher to join its teaching team from September 2026.

About the Role:

As an English Teacher, you will plan and deliver well-structured lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping students develop their reading, writing, analytical and communication skills. You will use your subject knowledge to challenge and support learners, while adapting your teaching to meet a range of abilities and needs.

You will also assess pupil progress, contribute to departmental planning and play an active role in creating a positive classroom culture.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is committed to high standards of teaching and learning, with a strong focus on pupil progress and personal development. Staff work collaboratively to maintain clear expectations and provide students with a supportive environment in which they can achieve their potential.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach a broad range of English language and literature content.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of individual learners.
• Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations within the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the English department.
• Contribute to wider school activities and the continued development of the department where appropriate.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across English language and literature.
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• A commitment to delivering engaging and purposeful lessons.
• An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.

To work with GSL Education as an English Teacher, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching A