English Teacher

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

Job summary

A teacher recruitment agency is hiring an English Teacher for a full-time long-term position in Trafford. The role involves inspiring students through English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4. The position offers equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks and various opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates are passionate about literature and dedicated to improving student achievement.

Benefits

Equal pay to permanent staff after 13 weeks

DBS refund after 20 working days

Free CPD opportunities via The National College & Creative Education

Step Perks including 24/7 GP access

£100 Amazon voucher through Refer-a-Friend scheme

Ongoing support from a specialist SEN consultant

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Overview

English Teacher – Trafford – Step Teachers

Step Teachers are hiring for an English Teacher in Trafford! – Full-Time, Long-Term

This role offers the chance to work in a vibrant, inclusive school community that places English at the heart of its curriculum. You’ll be inspiring students to read widely, write creatively, and communicate with confidence as they progress through Key Stages 3 and 4.

This is a full-time, long-term position with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

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!