English Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Watford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting an English Teacher for a secondary school in Watford.

You will deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4, developing pupils' reading and writing skills and preparing students for GCSE examinations. The role requires strong subject knowledge, clear explanations, and consistent classroom routines. Commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school with placements.
• Secure knowledge of the English curriculum and GCSE requirements.
• Strong classroom management and a practical approach to differentiation.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach reading comprehension, analytical and creative writing, and spoken language.
• Support GCSE English Language and English Literature preparation.
• Assess work, provide feedback, and identify gaps in understanding.
• Adapt lessons for SEND/EAL and varying attainment.
• Maintain positive behaviour and collaborate with colleagues to support progress.

Skills

QTS or recognised teaching qual

Secondary English teaching

Classroom management

Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Pay: £170-£250 per day, depending on qualifications and experience

Subject: KS3 and KS4 English

Prospero Teaching is recruiting an English Teacher for a secondary school in Watford.

We are looking for a teacher who can make English Language and Literature accessible, develop pupils' confidence in reading and writing, and prepare students effectively for GCSE examinations.

This role would suit someone who combines strong subject knowledge with clear explanations, consistent classroom routines and an adaptable approach to teaching.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teaching reading comprehension, analytical writing, creative writing and spoken language.
• Supporting students with GCSE English Language and English Literature preparation.
• Assessing work, providing useful feedback and identifying gaps in understanding.
• Adapting lessons for pupils with SEND, English as an Additional Language (EAL) and different levels of attainment.
• Maintaining positive behaviour and working with colleagues to support pupil progress.

We are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English in a secondary school, including teaching placements.
• Secure knowledge of the English curriculum and GCSE assessment requirements.
• Strong classroom management and a practical approach to differentiation.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive teaching.

The agreed rate will reflect qualifications, relevant experience and the responsibilities of the assignment.Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and the relevant safeguarding and right-to-work checks.