English Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Tameside; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Tameside is seeking a dynamic and committed English Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This full-time position will involve teaching English Language and Literature to students across Key Stage 3 and 4. The role requires passionate educators with QTS and a degree in a related subject, aiming for excellence in student achievement and well-being.

Benefits

Career progression support

Professional development opportunities

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• A degree in English or related subject.
• Strong behaviour management and pastoral care capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Use assessment data to track and improve student outcomes.
• Provide feedback that enables measurable student progress.

Skills

Behaviour management

Passion for literature

Education

Degree in English or related subject

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term (with potential for permanent placement)
Location: Tameside
Salary: MPS/UPS – £32,916 to £51,047 (based on experience and pay scale)

A well-established secondary school in Tameside is looking to appoint a dynamic and committed English Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This full-time position will involve teaching English Language and Literature to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. The school offers a collaborative and inclusive culture with an emphasis on achievement, literacy development, and student wellbeing.

About the School:

• Rated “Good” by Ofsted

• Strong leadership team with a clear vision for school improvement

• Excellent student behaviour and a positive classroom culture

• Active support for career progression and professional development

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the National Curriculum

• Use formative and summative assessment data to track and improve student outcomes

• Provide feedback that enables students to make measurable progress

• Contribute to department schemes of work and extra-curricular provision (e.g. book clubs, drama productions)

• Support whole-school literacy initiatives and interventions where necessary

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK

• A degree in English or a related subject

• Strong behaviour management and pastoral care capabilities

• A genuine passion for literature and language

Desirable:

• Experience teaching AQA or Edexcel exam board content

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