English Teacher. Job in Derbyshire Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an English Teacher for a long-term, full-time position starting in January 2026 in Derby. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, preparing students for GCSE examinations and delivering drama lessons. The role comes with comprehensive support and competitive pay. Ideal applicants will have a qualified teacher status and a strong record in teaching English.

Benefits

Dedicated support team available 24/7

CPD courses and certificates

Market-leading pay rates

Referral scheme up to £200

Qualifications

• A graduate with qualified teacher status.
• An outstanding teacher in English with a strong teaching record.
• Excellent in-depth knowledge of the English curriculum and its importance.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations.
• Deliver drama lessons.

Skills

Outstanding teaching record

In-depth knowledge of English curriculum

Strong understanding of reading strategies

Education

Qualified teacher status

Graduate

Job description

Job Title: English Teacher

Location: Derby

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: £168-£232 per day

TeacherActive is working with an outstanding mainstream secondary school in the Derby area. The school has high aspirations and offers fantastic support to all of its staff.

Position Summary

The school is looking to take on an English teacher starting in January 2026 on a long‑term, full‑time cover for the whole 2026 calendar year. The successful applicant will be working across both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including exam preparation for GCSEs. This role will also include some Drama lessons. The role will be paramount in helping students achieve excellent results in the subject, whilst following and implementing the schemes of learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations.
• Deliver drama lessons.
• Support all pupils to achieve excellent results in the subject.
• Follow and implement the schemes of learning.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A graduate with qualified teacher status.
• An outstanding teacher in English, with a strong teaching record.
• Relevant qualifications (formal or through appropriate experience) to meet the challenge of the appointment.
• Excellent in‑depth knowledge of the place of the English curriculum in the development of young people and of its place within the wider curriculum. Understanding of the importance of a rigorous reading strategy to ensure students' confidence and reading fluency.

Benefits & Support

• Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the onboarding process.
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel.
• Market‑leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive referral scheme: receive up to £200 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).
• Staff are paid on a PAYE basis, providing assurance of correct tax and National Insurance charges.

To apply, please contact TeacherActive. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.