English Teacher

Empowering Learning Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd. is seeking an English Teacher for a long-term cover role in a North Birmingham secondary school to commence January 2027.

The successful candidate will teach English Language and Literature to KS3/KS4, with potential cover duties for other subjects to maintain learning continuity across the school. Applicants should hold UK QTS, have KS3/KS4 experience, strong classroom management, and be DBS checked (Update Service preferred).

Qualifications

• UK QTS or recognised equivalent is required.
• Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4; KS5 is desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to deliver effective lesson cover when needed.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated English lessons at KS3 and KS4.
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress.
• Provide cover for other lessons as required across the school.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Contribute to the wider school community and departmental development.

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 English

Classroom management

Cover lessons

Safeguarding Level 1

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher Job Vacancy

English Teacher role in: Birmingham

• Starting date: Jan 2027
• Salary: MPS1 - UPS3 per day, DOE
• Temporary Contract: Long-term cover
• Full-Time Vacancy: Monday to Friday

English Teacher Specification

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a secondary school in North Birmingham to start in January 2027. This is a full-time, long-term role until Easter and most likely until summer holidays.

The successful applicant will teach English Language and English Literature across all Key Stages. In addition to delivering high-quality English lessons, the role will include providing cover for other subjects when required, ensuring continuity of learning across the school.

Essential Requirements:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent qualification
• Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and deliver effective lesson cover when needed
• Safeguarding Level 1 trained (support available if required)
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated English lessons at KS3 and KS4
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress
• Provide cover for other lessons as required across the school
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management
• Contribute to the wider school community and departmental development

Applications from experienced English Teachers and ECTs are welcome.