English Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking qualified English Teachers or Tutors for secondary schools in Swindon. The roles are available from November until July 2025, offering flexible work from 2-5 days a week. Ideal candidates will hold QTS or have relevant experience, and a passion for education. This opportunity includes a competitive pay rate and potential for future direct school contracts.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses and resources

Flexibility in working hours

Support with DBS and reference checks

Qualifications

• Hold QTS status or have relevant teaching/tutoring experience.
• Hold an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
• Provide employment history covering the last 10 years.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students to develop confidence in English Language and Literature.
• Engage students aged 11-18 through reading and writing.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.

Skills

Passion for education

Ability to inspire and engage students

Strong relationship building

Classroom management

Enthusiasm

Creativity in lessons

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in English

Job description

Overview

English Teacher or Tutor - Swindon Secondary Schools
Do you have a passion for English and education? Are you enthusiastic about inspiring young people to develop their confidence and creativity in English Language and Literature? Tradewind Recruitment are looking for qualified English Teachers or English Cover Supervisors/English Tutors to work in secondary schools across the Swindon area. The ideal candidates will either hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), be experienced English Tutors, or have a degree in English and be considering a career in teaching. These exciting opportunities are available from the start of November until July 2025, with both short-term and long-term placements to suit your availability. We work with a wide range of secondary schools in and around Swindon, meaning we can offer opportunities that match your location, schedule, and career goals.

Key Information

• Roles available from as soon as possible until July 2025
• Flexible work offered from 2-5 days per week
• Working hours: 8.30am-3.30pm, weekdays only
• Pay between 110-300 per day, depending on experience and role (to be discussed individually following your CV submission)
• Opportunities to move on to direct school contracts in the future

We are looking for people who

• Have a passion for education and the English language
• Can inspire and engage students aged 11-18 through reading, writing, and discussion
• Build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Are able to manage classroom behaviour calmly and effectively
• Bring enthusiasm, empathy, and creativity to lessons

Essential Requirements

• Hold QTS status or have relevant experience teaching/tutoring English to young people
• Hold an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide overseas police clearances (if applicable). If not, still apply - we can help you with this!
• Provide professional reference checks (completed on your behalf)
• CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible
• Hold the legal right to work in the UK

If you\'re ready to make an impact as an English Teacher in Swindon, we want to hear from you!

Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and provide you with the best possible advice.

Your development matters: we offer free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College.

Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.

Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Apply now!

For further information, contact Michelle on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)