Secondary English Teacher

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Newham seeks a passionate Secondary School English Teacher to join a supportive science department. This full-time role focuses on Key Stage 3 and 4, with excellent opportunities for professional development. Qualified teachers with a minimum of one year of UK experience are encouraged to apply. Prospective candidates must possess UK work rights and an enhanced DBS certificate.

Benefits

Accredited professional development courses

In-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year teaching experience in the UK.
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 English curriculum.
• Support academic achievement and student well-being.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Teaching English

Classroom management

Child safeguarding

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Secondary School English Teacher

Prospero Teaching is currently seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a well-supported Science department at a secondary school in Newham. This exciting opportunity is open to both NQTs (Newly Qualified Teachers) and experienced educators. The role will focus on Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. You will be supported by a committed team and have access to continuous professional development. This school holds a strong focus on academic achievement and student well‑being, it offers a warm, inclusive and welcoming environment. The English department is a fantastic team that works closely together, supporting each other to create exciting, engaging lessons. The school prioritises growth of its teachers, offering great opportunities for professional development and training.

Contract Details

• Location - Newham
• Position - English Teacher
• Type of work - English Teacher
• Contract or position start date 05/01/2026
• Duration / Likely Duration - Until the end of the academic year
• Contract or position end date (if applicable) - On going
• Contract type - Long term / temp to perm
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate GBP176 per day
• Hours - 8:00 am - 4pm, plus parents evenings

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year teaching experience in the UK
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years

Other

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Benefits

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team