English Teacher. Job in Bristol Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Woodford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an enthusiastic English Teacher for secondary schools in Bristol. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status or relevant experience, with opportunities for flexible work arrangements. The ideal role for inspiring students aged 11-18 and contributing to their development in English Language and Literature. Competitive pay rates and access to professional development courses offered.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses

Flexible working arrangements

Support for legal work right

Qualifications

• Experience or QTS status required for teaching English to students aged 11–18.
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure needed (help available).
• Ability to provide references from the last 10 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage students through English curriculum.
• Develop confidence and creativity in students.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.

Skills

Passion for education

Engagement with students

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in English

Job description

English Teacher – Bristol Secondary Schools

Do you have a passion for English and education? Are you enthusiastic about inspiring young people to develop their confidence and creativity in English Language and Literature? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for qualified English Teachers or English Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across Bristol.

The ideal candidates will either hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), be experienced English Tutors, or have a degree in English and be considering a career in teaching.

Key Information

• Roles available from as soon as possible
• Flexible work offered from 2–5 days per week
• Working hours: 08:30 am – 03:30 pm, weekdays only
• Pay between £130–260 per day, depending on experience and role (to be discussed after CV submission)
• Opportunities to move on to direct school contracts in the future

We are looking for people who:

• Have a passion for education and the English language
• Can inspire and engage students aged 11–18 through reading, writing, and discussion
• Build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Are able to manage classroom behaviour calmly and effectively
• Bring enthusiasm, empathy, and creativity to lessons

Essential Requirements

• Hold QTS status or have relevant experience teaching to young people
• Hold an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide overseas police clearances (if applicable). If not, still apply – we can help you with this!
• Provide professional reference checks (completed on your behalf)
• CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible
• Hold the legal right to work in the UK

If you're ready to make an impact as an English Teacher in Bristol, we want to hear from you! Your income matters: we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and provide you with the best possible advice.

Your development matters: we offer free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the National College. Your flexibility matters: we tailor the working week to you – daily supply, long‑term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.

Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do. We are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running. We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Apply now!

For further information about English teaching roles in the Bristol area, contact Tom on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).