English Teacher - Maternity Cover - January 2026

Veritas Education Recruitment; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated English Teacher for maternity cover at a secondary school in Penwortham. The role starts on 5th January and involves delivering quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4 while fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess QTS and have strong classroom management skills. This position offers a supportive leadership team and excellent resources.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Excellent departmental resources

Welcoming staff environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent required.
• Experience in teaching English at the secondary level is necessary.
• Strong skills in classroom management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Support student progress within a well-resourced school.

Skills

Classroom management

Teaching English at secondary level

Inspiring young people

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

English Teacher - Maternity Cover

Location: Preston
Start Date: 5th January
Contract: Until the end of the academic year
Agency: Veritas Education (Exclusive Partner)

Veritas Education are delighted to be working exclusively with a reputable secondary school in the Preston area who are seeking a dedicated and inspiring English Teacher to join their team from 5th January to cover a maternity leave.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high‑quality English lessons across KS3 and KS4, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. You will be joining a supportive department within a well‑resourced school that places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and student progress.

The Ideal Candidate

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• Strong classroom management skills
• A commitment to raising attainment and inspiring young people

What the School Offers

• Supportive leadership team
• Excellent departmental resources
• Welcoming and collaborative staff environment

If you are a passionate English specialist looking for a rewarding role starting in January, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Veritas Education today.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'