English Teacher - Secondary School

Protocol Education Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an English Teacher to work in secondary schools in Waltham Forest. This role offers flexible contracts, including full-time, part-time, or supply options, and competitive pay. Candidates should hold QTS and have experience motivating diverse learners. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact on students' education.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pay scales

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the English curriculum at KS3-5.
• Proven experience teaching English in a secondary school.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations.
• Assess and monitor student progress.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a positive environment.
• Collaborate on curriculum resources.

Job description

English Teacher – Secondary School

Location:Waltham Forest (East London)
Contract:Full-Time / Part-Time / Supply (Flexible)
Start Date:ASAP
Salary:Competitive, Pay to Scale

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to support secondary schools in the Waltham Forest area. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, curriculum‑aligned lessons across KS3‑5, inspiring students to achieve their best and develop a lifelong love of English.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high‑quality lessons in English, including Literature and Language, tailored to the needs of all learners.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A‑Level examinations with engaging and effective teaching strategies.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and supporting individual learning goals.
• Manage classroom behaviour professionally, maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum resources and share best practices.
• Support students’ wider development through pastoral care and extracurricular activities.
• Comply with safeguarding policies and promote student wellbeing at all times.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the English curriculum at KS3‑5.
• Proven experience teaching English, ideally within a secondary school setting.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of varied abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and collaboration.
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to apply.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements including full‑time, part‑time, or supply options.
• Competitive pay scales with prompt weekly payments for supply roles.
• Access to professional development opportunities and training.
• Supportive leadership and a positive school culture.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ academic and personal growth.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching journey and enjoy the flexibility of supply work with the backing of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, including online searches as part of due diligence. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must have an enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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