English Teacher

Classroom Talent; Watford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Forever Education is partnering with a secondary school in Watford, Hertfordshire to recruit an English Teacher for KS3/KS4. This is a full-time maternity cover for 1 year, starting September 2026.

The role suits an ECT or an experienced teacher with UK QTS/QTLS and a strong English department. The school offers CPD support and a positive, values-led environment with excellent transport links.

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS/QTLS or be in the process of gaining.
• Strong academics across the board - degree, A levels and GCSEs.
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level.

Responsibilities

• Teach across KS3/KS4.
• Deliver high-quality English lessons.
• Contribute to CPD and school initiatives.

Education

UK QTS/QTLS

Job description

English Teacher

Watford, Hertfordshire

September 2026 Start

Maternity cover -1 year

£35,602 - £54,328 - Fringe - MPS-UPS3

Q - Are you a passionate and driven ECT English Teacher or an experienced English Teacher looking for a new opportunity for September?

Q - Are you looking for a school that truly champions staff wellbeing, balance and long-term development?

Forever Education is partnered with a secondary school in Watford, Hertfordshire who are looking for an English Teacher that can teach across KS3/KS4. This is a full-time maternity cover for 1 year, which may extend if the teacher doesn't return.

This English Teacher role is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious ECT or experienced teacher to join an Excellent English department. The school offers the support and CPD to help you thrive.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THIS SCHOOL?

• The school is rated Good across all areas, which can make teaching and leadership work more rewarding and professionally respected.
• the school is known for its strong community, academic curriculum, and extensive extracurricular programs
• Lots of Extracurricular activities and sports facilities
• Modern School Building
• Excellent Transport Links
• Parking onsite

SCHOOL DETAILS - English Teacher

• “Good” graded school with strong, values-led leadership
• Located in Watford, Hertfordshire - excellent transport links
• Celebrated for staff retention and morale
• Pastoral structure is well-established, with collaborative year teams
• English department is high performing, with strong results
• Open To English Teachers from MPS1-UPS3

PERSON DETAILS -English Teacher

• Must have UK QTS/QTLS or be in the process of gaining
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level
• Must be willing to listen to feedback

If you are interested in this English Teacher opportunity, interviews can be arranged for the first week back of term with the Senior leadership team.

Forever Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all candidates to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check