English Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency for education professionals is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to join a vibrant English Department. The ideal candidate will be passionate about literature and language, with a commitment to helping students develop their communication skills and critical thinking. Responsibilities include teaching English across Key Stages 3 and 4, planning engaging lessons, and supporting pupil progress. A degree in English and QTS is essential. This role offers a chance to contribute to a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for English and commitment to high standards.
• Understanding of assessment and pedagogy.
• Reflective and resilient, keen to contribute to improvement.
• Commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress with targeted feedback.
• Create a positive classroom environment.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic standards.

Skills

Strong classroom practitioner

Excellent subject knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree in English or a related subject

Hold QTS

Job description

Overview

This school is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable English Teacher to join their vibrant English Department. We are looking for someone who is passionate about literature, language, and helping students develop their communication skills, critical thinking and creativity. Beginning ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and challenging lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing targeted feedback to support achievement
• Create a positive classroom environment where all students feel supported and motivated
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic standards
• Contribute to the development of curriculum resources and schemes of learning
• Engage in school life through clubs, trips, enrichment and whole-school initiatives
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support cross-curricular literacy
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues to support progress and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Hold QTS and a degree in English or a related subject
• Be a strong classroom practitioner with a passion for English and a commitment to high standards
• Have excellent subject knowledge and a clear understanding of assessment and pedagogy
• Demonstrate strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills as an English Teacher
• Be reflective, resilient, and keen to contribute to departmental and whole-school improvement
• Be committed to inclusive education and the success of every student

Why Class Act?

Class Act is a teacher recruitment agency serving North London, East London and surrounding regions. We work with schools and academies in these areas and support teachers through branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon and Plymouth.

Note: This job description contains only essential information and may be subject to change. This role will be processed through Class Act with standard safeguarding checks.