English Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Trafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable teaching agency is looking for a full-time English Teacher in Trafford. You will teach English Language and Literature to KS3 and KS4 students, fostering their analytical and expressive skills. The role offers equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks, ongoing support, and various benefits including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks

DBS refund after 20 working days

Free CPD opportunities

24/7 GP access and retail discounts

Refer-a-Friend scheme with £100 Amazon voucher

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English across KS3 & KS4.
• Passionate about raising student achievement.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Teaching English Language & Literature across KS3 & KS4.
• Helping students to develop analytical and expressive skills.
• Leading clubs and enrichment activities.

Skills

Experience teaching English

Strong subject knowledge

Passionate about literature

Teamwork

Classroom management

Education

QTS/QTLS certificate or recognized equivalent

Job description

The Basics

• Location: Trafford
• Start: ASAP
• Pay: Up to £200 / day for first 12 weeks. Paid to scale from 13th week.
• Hours: Full-time Mon–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm
• Contract: Temp-to-Perm for the right person

Your New Workplace

• A school with a strong culture of respect, discipline, and high standards.
• A curriculum that builds academic skills alongside confidence, resilience, and character.
• Well-resourced English department with access to a large library and ICT facilities.
• Opportunities to get involved in co-curricular activities such as debating, drama, or public speaking.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching English Language & Literature across KS3 & KS4.
• Helping students to develop analytical, creative, and expressive skills.
• Monitoring progress and adapting lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Leading or supporting clubs and enrichment activities to boost literacy.
• Contributing to school life beyond the classroom.

Who You Are

• Experience teaching English across KS3 & KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and confident classroom presence.
• Passionate about literature and committed to raising achievement.
• Able to work well in a team and contribute to a supportive culture.
• Dedicated to helping students build both academic skills and personal character.

Benefits

• Equal pay to permanent staff in the same role after 13 weeks.
• DBS refund after 20 working days.
• Free CPD opportunities via The National College & Creative Education.
• Step Perks (24/7 GP access, retail discounts & more).
• £100 Amazon voucher through our Refer-a-Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Ongoing support from a specialist SEN consultant with over 13 years’ experience in your local area.

What You’ll Need

• CV covering your last 10 years of work.
• Proof of right to work & address in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to buy a new one).
• Two professional references (one from a school).
• QTS/QTLS certificate or recognized equivalent.

If you’re ready for this English Teacher role in Trafford and want to inspire students to succeed academically and personally.

Call Graham at Step Teachers in Manchester or click APPLY now!

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!