Qualified English Teacher (Language & Literature)

Prospero Teaching; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated English Teacher for a full-time role in Enfield schools. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, nurturing students' literacy and love for literature. This position offers opportunities for career progression, professional development, and a supportive school environment focused on student success.

Benefits

Free professional development courses

In-house Training and Development Team

Supportive departments with experienced mentors

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of English Language and/or Literature curricula.
• Experience teaching A-Level (desirable, but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality English Language and Literature lessons.
• Inspire students through creative teaching methods.
• Monitor and assess progress to ensure strong academic outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Literacy

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Qualified English Teacher (Language & Literature) - Enfield Schools
Location: Enfield, North London
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier for the right candidate)

Are you a dedicated and inspiring English Teacher with QTS?

Do you have a passion for Language, Literature, and helping students find their voice through the written and spoken word?
We are currently recruiting for enthusiastic and motivated English Teachers (Language and/or Literature) to join a range of welcoming and high-performing secondary schools across Enfield. Whether you're an ECT or an experienced teacher, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

About the Role:
As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to teach KS5 depending on experience. You'll play a vital role in nurturing literacy, analytical thinking, and a love for literature and communication among students of all backgrounds and abilities.

Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver high-quality English Language and Literature lessons aligned with the national curriculum
Inspire students through creative teaching methods and well-chosen texts
Support pupils development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening
Monitor and assess progress to ensure strong academic outcomes
Contribute to departmental planning, enrichment activities, and school events

Ideal Candidate:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
Strong knowledge of English Language and/or Literature curricula
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
A passion for fostering a love of reading and writing
Reflective, proactive, and committed to professional development
Experience teaching A-Level (desirable, but not essential)

Whats on Offer:
A permanent teaching role in a thriving Enfield school
Opportunities for career progression and CPD
Supportive departments with experienced mentors and dynamic leadership
A welcoming and inclusive school culture focused on student success and staff wellbeing

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team. If you have a friend who you think would be interested in this vacancy, then please refer them to us and you could earn GBP150 from our Refer a Friend scheme.