English Teacher

Flourish Education; Hampton in Arden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay from £174.71 to £240.70 per day (M

Holiday Pay 12.07%

Pension contributions

Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Flourish Education is assisting a welcoming secondary school in Solihull by appointing a dedicated English Teacher for a full-time role starting January 2027. This position offers a supportive environment with an emphasis on high standards and inclusive learning across KS3 and KS4.

The successful candidate will teach English Language and English Literature, plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and contribute to department development while building positive relationships with students, staff,

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in English (ECTs welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching English in a UK secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of English Language and English Literature (KS3/KS4).
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).
• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Teach English Language and English Literature, developing reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and apply school policies consistently.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Contribute to departmental planning and wider school initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents.

Skills

QTS English

UK secondary

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Student engagement

References

Job description

Flourish Education is working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Solihull that is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher for a full-time position starting in January 2027.

The school is committed to providing a positive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a supportive leadership team and a collaborative English department, this is an excellent opportunity for an English Teacher to make a real impact while becoming part of a friendly school community.

The successful English Teacher will teach English Language and English Literature across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of reading, writing and learning while helping students achieve excellent outcomes.

This role would suit an experienced English Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for a full-time teaching opportunity in a supportive secondary school.

Job Role

• Deliver engaging English lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).
• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Teach English Language and English Literature, developing students' reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and implement school policies consistently.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Contribute to departmental planning and wider school initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents.

Required Skills and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in English (ECTs welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching English in a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge of English Language and English Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Experience planning and delivering lessons independently.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of different abilities.
• A positive reference from your most recent employer.

Our Promise To You!

At Flourish Education, we understand how important it is to find the right teaching opportunity. We provide ongoing support throughout your placement and work hard to match you with a school where you can thrive.

Benefits

Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Pay from £174.71 to £240.70 per day, dependent on experience (M1–M6). This equates to approximately £34,068 to £46,937 per annum, based on working five days a week for a full school year.
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate accrued into your holiday pot if you opt in.
• Pension contributions.
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including modules on legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and while you are working.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Location

This full-time English Teacher position is based in Solihull and is easily accessible from Shirley, Knowle, Dorridge, Olton, Hall Green, Sheldon, Birmingham, Hockley Heath and surrounding areas. Solihull benefits from good road and public transport connections, making the role accessible for teachers travelling from across the West Midlands.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.