English Teacher

TeacherActive; Mansfield Woodhouse; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced English Teacher for a full-time position starting in January 2026 in Mansfield. The role involves teaching across Key Stage 3 and 4, with a focus on exam preparation and curriculum implementation. The ideal candidate will have a strong teaching record and relevant qualifications. Competitive daily rates from £168-£232 are offered, along with a dedicated support team to assist with onboarding and professional development.

Benefits

Dedicated support team

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading pay rates

Referral scheme up to £200

PAYE payment with no admin charges

Qualifications

• Graduate with qualified teacher status.
• Outstanding teaching record in English.
• In-depth knowledge of the English curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Prepare students for GCSE exams.
• Implement schemes of learning and support students' reading development.

Skills

Teaching English

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Lesson delivery

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant teaching qualifications

Job description

Job Title: English Teacher

Location: Mansfield

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £168-£232 per day

TeacherActive is working with an Outstanding mainstream secondary school in the Mansfield area. The school have high aspirations and offer fantastic support to all of its staff.

The school is looking to take on an English teacher starting in January 2026 on a long‑term, full‑time cover for the whole 2026 calendar year. The successful applicant will be working across both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including exam preparation for GCSE's. This role will also include some Drama lessons.

The role will be paramount in helping students achieve excellent results in the subject, whilst following and implementing the schemes of learning.

Qualifications

• A graduate with qualified teacher status.
• An outstanding teacher in English, with a strong teaching record.
• Relevant qualifications (both formal and through appropriate experience) to meet the challenge of the appointment.
• Excellent in‑depth knowledge of the place of the English curriculum in the development of young people and of the place of within the wider curriculum. An understanding of the importance of a rigorous reading strategy to ensure students' confidence and reading fluency.

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there's no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click 'APPLY NOW' and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services