New English Teacher Vacancy - Reading, Berkshire (January 2027)

Marchant Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Reading from January 2027. You'll inspire a love of language, bring literature to life and help students express themselves with confidence.

You'll work in a supportive team, with a focus on consistent behaviour, high expectations and professional development. This role offers opportunities to develop leadership skills and contribute to the school's culture and curriculum.

Qualifications

• Passionate about English and making challenging texts accessible.
• Able to develop reading, writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Energetic, creative, and high expectations in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons to secondary students in Reading.
• Adapt lessons for diverse learners and assess student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and CPD.

Skills

English teaching

Reading & writing instruction

Job description

English Teacher - Reading

Start Date: January 2027

Inspire a love of language. Shape confident voices. Make every lesson count.

What if your next teaching role offered more than just a classroom? What if you could join a school where ambition is encouraged, behaviour is managed consistently, colleagues support one another and professional development is genuinely valued?

We're seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Reading from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who wants to spark curiosity, bring literature to life and help young people discover the power of their own voices.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Teach with purpose: Work with ambitious students in a school that values academic achievement alongside personal growth.
• Focus on what matters: Consistent behaviour systems and shared curriculum resources help you concentrate on great teaching rather than unnecessary workload.
• Grow your career: Access high-quality CPD, collaborative planning, mentoring and opportunities to develop your expertise and leadership potential.
• Be part of a team: Join a welcoming, collaborative staff community where ideas are shared and colleagues support each other.
• Make a lasting difference: Contribute to a wider school culture that champions confidence, resilience, ambition, empathy and respect.
• Enjoy the right environment: Benefit from well-equipped teaching spaces, excellent facilities and staff wellbeing initiatives.

The teacher we're looking for

You'll be passionate about English, able to make challenging texts accessible and exciting, and committed to helping students develop their reading, writing, analytical and communication skills. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ambitious early-career educator, you'll bring energy, creativity and high expectations to the classroom.

You'll understand that great English teaching is about more than exams: it's about opening doors, broadening horizons and giving every student the confidence to express themselves.

Ready to turn the page?

If you're looking for a January opportunity where you can make a genuine impact, develop professionally and work alongside colleagues who care about getting the best from every student, we'd love to hear from you.

English Teacher | Reading, Berkshire | January 2027 start

Get in touch to find out more and take the next step in your teaching career.