English Teacher. Job in Reading Education & Training Jobs

GSL Education - Watford; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking passionate English Teachers for client schools in Reading, starting September 2025. The role requires a PGCE in Secondary English with QTS and strong teaching skills. Candidates should be committed to pupil welfare and have experience managing classrooms effectively. Join a dedicated team providing quality education while contributing to student success.

Qualifications

• Relevant UK teaching qualifications and experience with Years 7 to 11.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and direct support staff.
• Strong command of English subject content and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons while managing behavior effectively.
• Collaborate with support staff and maintain pupil welfare.
• Plan creative lessons tailored to the curriculum and student needs.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Curriculum Knowledge

Building Rapport

Lesson Planning

Commitment to Welfare

Team Leadership

Education

PGCE in Secondary English with QTS

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Role: English Teacher

Location: Reading

Start date: September 2025

Salary: £160 £300per day (Will be paid to scale)

GSL Education are recruiting for a number of English Teachers to work in our client schools based in Reading, starting from September 2025. The responsibilities for the role are listed below.

Essential Requirements as a English Teacher:

• Relevant UK teaching qualification degree(s); namely a PGCE in Secondary English with QTS.
• Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.
• Foreign qualified instructors assessed by NARIC are welcome to apply.
• Relevant teaching experience in a school setting for Years 7 to 11 is required.
• Strongly committed to pupil welfare.
• Strong command of the curriculum and good behaviour management skills; able to meet deadlines.
• The ability to build rapport quickly and effectively.
• A flair for planning creative and effective lessons.
• The ability to direct a team of Support Assistants and work as part of a wider team across school if need be.
• In possession of an Enhanced DBS or willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

The ideal applicant as a English Teacher should be active, passionate, and enthusiastic. Moreover, the applicant must possess expertise and a passion for the subject.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout West London and Berkshire.

Please be advised that this role of a English Teacher requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to apply, contact:

Umme Homaira

Office: (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to be a part of an outstanding team!