English Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Farnham Royal; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term placement

CPD access

Learning Hub access

Support from local consultant

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting for a welcoming and well-established secondary school in Slough, seeking a motivated and confident English Teacher to join their team from September.

You will deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils develop strong reading, writing, and communication skills while achieving excellent academic outcomes. This long-term opportunity includes CPD and safeguarding updates.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• ECTs encouraged to apply with relevant placements.
• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature.
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills.
• Well-organised, flexible and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative and challenging English lessons.
• Teach English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Support pupils in GCSE preparation.
• Encourage analytical thinking and a love of reading and writing.
• Monitor progress and set clear targets.
• Adapt teaching to diverse learning needs.

Skills

English proficiency

Classroom management

Flexible planning

Organised

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

English Teacher Secondary

Slough
January Start MPS / UPS

Supply Desk is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-established secondary school in Slough, seeking a motivated and confident English Teacher to join their team from September.

About the Position

You will play a key role in delivering engaging and effective English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping pupils develop strong reading, writing, and communication skills while achieving excellent academic outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering creative and challenging English lessons
• Teaching English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4
• Supporting pupils in preparation for GCSE examinations
• Encouraging analytical thinking and a love of reading and writing
• Monitoring progress and setting clear, achievable targets
• Adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learning needs
• Establishing clear routines and maintaining positive behaviour
• Contributing to departmental planning and curriculum development
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and pastoral teams

What We re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• ECTs encouraged to apply with relevant placements
• Strong knowledge of English Language and Literature
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• A well-organised, flexible, and enthusiastic approach to teaching

What You ll Receive

• Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS
• A long-term teaching opportunity in a supportive school
• Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding updates
• 24/7 access to an online CPD Learning Hub
• Placement in a collaborative and well-resourced English department

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and compliance with Safer Recruitment procedures.