English Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Leyland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for an English Teacher for a secondary school in Preston. This full-time, temporary role involves teaching KS3/KS4 English with a focus on engaging students and managing classroom behaviour. Experience in teaching English is required, and familiarity with supporting pupils with SEND is preferred. The position offers the opportunity to inspire students in a supportive environment, with a commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at KS3/KS4 level.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Experience working with SEND pupils is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to students up to GCSE level.
• Engage students with creative lesson plans.
• Work collaboratively with a team of educators.

Skills

Teaching English

Classroom management

Supporting pupils with SEND

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Position: Teacher of English

Location: Preston

Start date: Monday 13th April 2026

Contract type: Full-time, temporary

A secondary school in Leyland are seeking an English Teacher for the summer term. Ideally, the school would like to recruit someone who has experience supporting pupils with SEND, however this isn't essential.

You will join a fast-paced and friendly team, who commit their teaching and resources to providing the best education and opportunities for their students. You will have the skills and knowledge to support and progress different types of learners, and to work cooperatively as part of a team. You will be dedicated, inspiring and creative, influencing students to excel thoroughly and actively take part in this subject.

Key Highlights

• KS3/KS4 English Teacher up to GCSE
• Previous experience teaching English required
• Previous SENDco / SEND experience desired
• Good behaviour and classroom management
• Full-time role, initially until July 2023
• Outstanding secondary school in the heart of Preston

If you are interested in this position, please submit an up to date and relevant CV which includes both English and SEND experience (where possible). Once your CV has been reviewed, a member of the Preston Secondary Branch will be in touch to discuss your application.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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