English Teachers

Step Teachers Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking an English teacher to deliver engaging lessons in Enfield and surrounding areas. Placements range from short-term to long-term, with weekly PAYE payments and access to exclusive teacher benefits.

Ideal candidates hold QTS or equivalent and can inspire students across year groups. The role requires strong classroom management, adaptability, and a commitment to safeguarding while contributing to school-wide aims.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of English language and literature.
• Ability to inspire pupils across year groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.
• Willingness to participate in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons using provided plans.
• Teach literature, language, reading, writing, and analysis.
• Support pupils in developing communication, comprehension, and thinking.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet mixed‑ability groups.
• Manage classroom behaviour per school policies.
• Assess, record, and report pupil progress when required.
• Contribute to departmental planning during longer‑term placements.
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Engaging pupils

Strong communication

Adaptability

Organisation

Professional development

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

English Teacher – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for English Teachers who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different secondary school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Enfield and the surrounding areas, delivering high‑quality English teaching across a range of classes and key stages.

Duties as English Teacher:

• Deliver engaging English lessons using provided plans
• Teach core areas including literature, language, reading, writing, and analysis
• Support pupils in developing strong communication, comprehension, and critical thinking
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of mixed‑ability groups
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies
• Assess, record, and report on pupil progress when required
• Contribute to departmental planning and collaboration during longer‑term placements
• Promote a positive, productive, and inclusive learning environment

Ideal English Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in English language and literature
• Confident behaviour and classroom management skills
• Ability to inspire and engage pupils across different year groups
• Adaptable across varied school environments
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to participate in professional development and support whole‑school aims

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.