English Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7

CPD courses through My-Progression

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking a qualified English Teacher in Swindon to deliver engaging KS3/KS4 English lessons in a specialist SEND/SEMH environment. The role requires managing challenging behaviour, differentiating instruction and building student confidence.

The position is on-site and temp-to-perm possibilities exist with a PAYE arrangement. The role offers dedicated consultant support, CPD via My-Progression and competitive daily pay of £150–£230.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with English specialism
• Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4
• Experience supporting SEND/SEMH students and managing challenging behaviour
• Strong classroom management and ability to differentiate lessons
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Differentiate instruction to meet individual needs and abilities
• Use effective behaviour management to support progress and safety

Skills

QTS English

KS3/KS4 English

SEND SEMH experience

Classroom management

Differentiation

Job description

Are you a qualified English Teacher looking to make a difference in a specialist SEND / SEMH school?

Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and supporting students with additional needs?

Can you deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND / SEMH school in Swindon that supports young people to rebuild confidence, make positive choices and achieve their potential. The school provides a structured, supportive environment focused on improving students' education and future opportunities.

The school is seeking a dedicated English Teacher for a long-term position, teaching KS3 and KS4 students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. You will plan and deliver engaging English lessons, adapt teaching to individual needs and use effective behaviour management strategies to support student progress.

The successful English Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS with an English specialism (ECTs welcome)
• Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4
• Experience supporting SEND / SEMH students and managing challenging behaviour
• Strong classroom management and the ability to differentiate lessons
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 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.

English Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £150 to £230 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: SN2 1HL

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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

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