English Teacher in Pontefract)

Academics; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated English teacher for a secondary school in the Pontefract area. This role, starting in January 2026, involves teaching key stages 3 and 4 English and supporting students through their GCSEs and A levels. Candidates must have an English degree and QTS, with strong communication and behaviour management skills required. Weekly pay and other benefits are provided.

Benefits

Weekly pay every Friday through PAYE

Paid to scale from day 1

Additional training courses free of charge

Qualifications

• English degree and QTS required.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills necessary.
• Must be passionate and engaging with students.

Responsibilities

• Teach English language and literature across key stages 3 and 4.
• Support students during exam preparation.
• Collaborate with other teachers in the department.

Skills

High Level communication skills

Strong behaviour management

Knowledge of English Literature

Education

English degree with Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)

Job description

Academics are actively recruiting for a knowledgeable and motivated English teacher for one of our well-regarded secondary schools in the Pontefract area. This will be for a January 2026 start and will run until Easter, with the possibility of an extension until the end of the academic year.

In previous OFSTED reports they have been praised for having a passion to support student development and for having effective systems in place for staff to air their views, staff also feel supported within the management of their workload.

About the role

Your role as an English teacher will involve teaching language and literature across key stages 3 and 4. Share your extensive knowledge of English and help drive high results for those completing their GCSE's and A levels.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate and share ideas with other teachers in the department
• Provide support to students and assist them as they approach the exam period
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management as well as subject knowledge

Required attributes

• An English degree along with qualified teaching status (QTS)
• High Level communication skills along with strong behaviour management.
• Be passionate about English and be engaging with the students.

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Friday through PAYE
• Paid to scale from day 1
• Be represented by one of our experienced and dedicated consultants
• Additional courses such as safeguarding free of charge!

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please apply today!