English Teacher & Reading Programme Lead

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

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,