English Teacher

Academics; Retford; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Love2Shop vouchers

Flexible assignments

PAYE payments

Job summary

Academics in Retford is seeking an English Teacher for flexible supply across local secondary schools. You will deliver engaging KS3/KS4 English lessons, adapting to different settings and helping pupils develop reading, writing, and analytical skills.

This flexible, ongoing supply role offers ASAP start dates and a competitive PAYE arrangement, with opportunities to work across multiple schools and support pupils’ learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary setting is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons for KS3/KS4.
• Create a positive learning environment and encourage participation.
• Maintain clear behaviour expectations and manage diverse abilities.
• Provide general secondary cover where appropriate.

Skills

QTS

Experience teaching English

Classroom management

Communication skills

Flexible approach

Job description

English Teacher - Retford - Education and Training

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher seeking flexible work within secondary education? Academics is currently recruiting for supply teaching opportunities across a range of welcoming secondary schools in Retford.

This is an excellent opportunity to inspire young learners, share your passion for literature and language, and gain experience in different school environments. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this flexible supply role offers the chance to work around your availability while making a positive impact on pupils' learning.

• Position: English Teacher
• Location: Retford
• Sector: Education and Training
• Contract: Temporary, flexible, ongoing supply
• Daily Rate: £140-£195, depending on experience, training and qualifications
• Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and purposeful lessons to secondary school pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4. You'll encourage students to develop their reading, writing, comprehension and analytical skills while helping them build confidence in expressing their ideas.

You'll have the opportunity to teach within different school settings throughout Retford, with additional opportunities to provide general secondary cover where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons in line with KS3 and KS4 curriculum requirements.
• Create a positive classroom environment that promotes learning and participation.
• Maintain effective behaviour management and establish clear classroom expectations.
• Support pupils of varying abilities to achieve their learning objectives.
• Provide general secondary cover across other subjects when appropriate.

To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching English or relevant experience within a secondary school setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to engage, motivate and inspire young people.
• A flexible, proactive and adaptable approach to teaching.
• An enhanced DBS certificate, or a willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Academics?

• Competitive daily pay of £140-£195, paid via PAYE.
• Flexible assignments to suit your availability and preferences.
• Access to a variety of secondary schools.
• Ongoing guidance and support from experienced education consultants.
• Flexible start dates to help you find the right opportunity.
• Access to a refer-a-friend scheme offering up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.