English Teacher & Reading Programme Coordinator | Catholic Secondary School

Marchant Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an English Teacher for a Catholic secondary school in Hitchin, to support its English department on a temporary staffing requirement. You will deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and GCSE, support reading and writing development, and contribute to schemes of work and assessment.

The role offers a supportive mentoring environment and access to departmental resources. This temporary posting values a passion for literacy and a calm, structured teaching style,

Qualifications

• Degree in English, English Literature or a related subject.
• Good understanding of KS3 and GCSE English.
• Ability to deliver structured and engaging lessons.
• Genuine enthusiasm for improving reading and writing.
• Calm, consistent and supportive classroom approach.

Responsibilities

• English Delivery: Teach Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Reading Development: Promote reading for pleasure and develop comprehension.
• GCSE Preparation: Prepare students for examinations and extended writing.
• Literacy Intervention: Support students needing help with written accuracy.
• Curriculum Contribution: Assist with schemes of work, assessment and resources.

Skills

English teaching

Reading development

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Education

Degree in English or English Literature

Job description

Salary: Competitive Daily Rate / Salary Equivalent

Are you a committed English teacher with a passion for reading, literacy and helping students develop a strong personal voice?

A welcoming Catholic secondary school in Hitchin is seeking an English Teacher to support its department during a temporary staffing requirement. The successful candidate will deliver engaging English lessons and contribute to the school’s reading and literacy priorities.

The Role

• English Delivery: Teach Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4.
• Reading Development: Promote reading for pleasure and develop students’ comprehension.
• GCSE Preparation: Prepare students for examinations, assessments and extended writing.
• Literacy Intervention: Support students who require additional help with written accuracy.
• Curriculum Contribution: Assist with schemes of work, assessment and resource development.

The Candidate

• Academic Background: A degree in English, English Literature or a related subject.
• Curriculum Knowledge: Good understanding of KS3 and GCSE English.
• Teaching Skill: Ability to deliver structured and engaging lessons.
• Literacy Commitment: Genuine enthusiasm for improving reading and writing.
• Classroom Management: Calm, consistent and supportive approach.

The Environment

• Strong Values: A school that promotes respect, responsibility and achievement.
• Reading Culture: A clear focus on literacy and student progress.
• Professional Guidance: Access to mentoring and departmental support.