English Teacher - Trafford 4 Days a Week Maternity Cover

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD opportunities

Interview preparation support

Weekly pay through Tradewind

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an English Teacher for a Trafford boys' academy from November 2026, four days a week. The role covers KS3 and KS4 English Language and Literature up to GCSE, with Fridays free. ECTs welcome to apply and a supportive school culture is highlighted.

The academy is 11-16, with strong leadership and a calm, focused learning environment. DBS and right-to-work checks are required.

Qualifications

• QTS or QTLS required with UK teaching status.
• Recent KS3 English teaching experience with references.
• Ability to teach English Language & Literature through GCSE.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure, with overseas clearances if applicable.
• Provide a full employment/education history on CV with any gaps explained.
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature to KS3 and KS4, through GCSE.
• Inspire students with enthusiasm, creativity and passion for English.
• Create a positive classroom environment encouraging achievement.
• Build strong relationships with students and contribute to the wider school community.
• Work as part of a supportive teaching team; four days per week (Mon-Thu).

Education

QTS or QTLS

Recent KS3 English teaching experience

Ability to teach English Language & Literature through GCSE

Enhanced DBS disclosure (overseas clearances where applicable)

Full employment/education history with gaps explained

Right to work in the UK

Job description

English Teacher - Trafford

November 2026 onwards Maternity Cover 4 days per week

Are you an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for a new opportunity from November 2026?

We're working with a successful 11-16 boys' academy in Trafford that is looking for a passionate English Teacher to join its team on a four-day-per-week basis as maternity cover. You'll teach English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4, through to GCSE, with Fridays free.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a calm, purposeful school where high expectations, positive relationships and a rich wider curriculum are at the heart of school life.

The Role

As an English Teacher, you will:

• Teach engaging and challenging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Inspire students through your enthusiasm, creativity and passion for English
• Create a positive classroom environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential
• Build strong relationships with students and contribute positively to the wider school community
• Work as part of a supportive and motivated teaching team
• Teach four days per week - Monday to Thursday, with no Friday teaching commitment

ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

About the School

This is a successful 11-16 academy for boys, with a strong reputation for providing a calm, focused and purposeful learning environment.

The school benefits from:

• Strong, united senior leadership and a motivated teaching and support team
• High expectations for all students, underpinned by a values-driven culture
• A calm and safe atmosphere, with consistently good behaviour and orderly conduct
• A rich and diverse co-curricular programme designed to develop character and inspire students
• A clear commitment to supporting students to achieve academically and personally

If you're looking for a school where you can focus on teaching, build positive relationships with students and become part of a committed team, this could be the opportunity for you.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this English Teacher role, you will need:

• QTS or QTLS
• Recent experience teaching KS3 English, supported by professional references
• The ability to teach English Language and Literature through to GCSE
• A confident and engaging approach to classroom management
• An Enhanced DBS Disclosure, with Overseas Police Clearances where applicable
• Professional references and a full employment/education history on your CV, including explanations for any employment gaps
• The legal right to work in the UK without restrictions

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

When you register with Tradewind, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay - we attract some of the best education talent and reward our teachers accordingly
• 2,500+ free CPD courses through our partnership with The National College
• Full interview preparation and support to help you feel confident and prepared
• Lesson planning support - our support doesn't stop once we secure your placement
• A straightforward online portal for timesheets and availability
• Weekly pay through our in-house payroll team
• Flexible holiday pay options - choose to receive it with your weekly pay or bank it for the school holidays
• A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a reward
• Free social and networking events where you can connect with fellow education professionals
• Support from our friendly and experienced Manchester education team
• A 5-star Google rating - search Tradewind Recruitment Manchester to see what our candidates say!