Graduate Unqualified English Teacher

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Teacher training support

Job summary

KPI Education is partnering with high-performing secondary schools in Brent to recruit a Graduate Unqualified English Teacher for a September 2026 start. You will gain hands-on classroom experience while pursuing a PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct training route.

This is a full-time, term-time role with a salary of £27,000–£30,000 per year. You will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, contribute to GCSE revision, and work within a supportive English department to develop classroom practice and

Qualifications

• A degree in English Literature, English Language or related subject.
• Strong academic record, with a 2:1 or above preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons.
• Support GCSE revision and examination preparation.
• Set and mark classwork, homework and assessments.
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to students.
• Support students with different abilities and learning needs.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

GCSE preparation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

English Degree (Literature/Language)

Job description

Graduate Unqualified English Teacher - Secondary School - Brent

September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | £27,000-£30,000 per annum

Start Your Teaching Career in English

Are you a high-achieving English graduate with a genuine passion for education and a desire to inspire young people?

KPI Education is working with high-performing secondary schools across Brent seeking ambitious and enthusiastic Graduate Unqualified English Teachers to join their teams from September 2026.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on classroom experience before progressing onto a PGCE, SCITT, School Direct or another teacher-training route.

The Role

Working within a supportive English department, you will gain valuable experience delivering lessons and supporting students across the secondary curriculum.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Teaching English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to support GCSE classes.
• Planning and delivering engaging English lessons.
• Teaching English Literature, English Language, reading and writing.
• Supporting GCSE revision and examination preparation.
• Setting and marking classwork, homework and assessments.
• Providing clear, constructive feedback to students.
• Supporting students with different abilities and learning needs.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour, effort and achievement.
• Building positive relationships with students.
• Working alongside experienced English teachers to develop your classroom practice.
• Contributing to departmental resources, intervention and enrichment activities.

About You

We're looking for graduates with the academic ability, confidence and enthusiasm to become excellent teachers.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in English Literature, English Language or a related subject.
• A strong academic record, with a 2:1 or above preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for English.
• A desire to inspire and motivate young people.
• Confidence communicating with and leading students.
• Strong organisation, resilience and adaptability.
• High expectations of yourself and your students.
• A clear ambition to build a long-term career in teaching.

Experience in tutoring, mentoring, teaching, youth work, coaching or volunteering is desirable but not essential.

What You'll Gain

This role provides genuine experience of life as a secondary school teacher, including:

• Lesson planning and delivery.
• Classroom and behaviour management.
• Assessment and marking.
• GCSE preparation and intervention.
• Supporting students with different learning needs.
• Curriculum development and subject knowledge.
• Working within an experienced English department.
• Developing your confidence and classroom presence.

You’ll work alongside experienced teachers and gain valuable insight into the profession before entering formal teacher training.

Why Apply?

• £27,000-£30,000 per annum.
• Full-time, term-time employment.
• September 2026 start.
• Opportunities across secondary schools in Brent.
• Genuine classroom teaching experience.
• Support and