Secondary English Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Secondary English Teacher in Southampton. The role involves teaching English across key stages, planning effective lessons, and motivating students. Ideal candidates will possess Qualified Teacher Status and strong subject knowledge. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary aligned with your experience

Ongoing support from expert education consultants

Access to professional training and development opportunities

Honest and ethical recruitment practices

Qualifications

• Teach English Language and Literature across the Key Stages.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and effective lessons.
• Track, assess, and report on student progress.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and engagement.
• Encourage a love for reading and analytical thinking.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature

Ability to motivate and inspire secondary school students

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Strong classroom management and behaviour strategies

Commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised overseas teaching qualifications

Job description

Overview

Secondary English Teacher – mainstream secondary – Southampton, Hampshire

Start Date: Immediate / January 2026 | Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Responsibilities

• Teach English Language and Literature across the Key Stages
• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and effective lessons
• Track, assess, and report on student progress to support achievement
• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and engagement
• Encourage a love for reading, writing, and analytical thinking
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to departmental success
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), ECTs, or recognised overseas teaching qualifications
• Strong subject knowledge in English Language and Literature
• Ability to motivate and inspire secondary school students
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong classroom management and behaviour strategies
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply via GSL Education

Why Join GSL

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Ongoing support from expert education consultants
• Access to professional training and development opportunities
• Honest, ethical, and transparent recruitment practices

How to Apply

If you are an inspiring English Teacher eager to take on your next challenge in Southampton, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please note: This role requires safeguarding knowledge and successful completion of background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.

As a respected, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to connecting passionate educators with schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary English Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.