Secondary English Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd. is seeking an English Teacher for Wakefield to cover day-to-day or long-term roles across KS3 and KS4.

The role involves delivering engaging English lessons, maintaining classroom management, and supporting GCSE and A-Level preparation to help students excel in assessments. Applicants should have QTS with English specialism and proven experience in UK secondary schools, with strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• QTS with English specialism required.
• Experience teaching English in a UK secondary school.
• Experience teaching across KS3/KS4.
• Strong GCSE/A-Level English knowledge.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day or long-term cover across KS3/KS4.
• Deliver engaging English lessons.
• Maintain strong classroom management.
• Provide GCSE and A Level support for assessments.

Skills

UK secondary English

KS3/KS4 teaching

GCSE/A-Level knowledge

Strong communication

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Education

QTS with English specialism

Job description

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Secondary School in Wakefield who are looking to appoint an English Teacher. The school provides a positive and supportive learning environment, encouraging students to develop their confidence, knowledge and enthusiasm for English.

The school is looking for an English Teacher to provide day-to-day or long-term cover, teaching students across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4. The successful English Teacher will deliver engaging English lessons, maintain strong classroom management and provide focused GCSE and A Level support to help students prepare for their assessments.

Qualifications

• QTS with an English specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching English within a UK secondary school
• Experience teaching English across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4
• Strong knowledge of GCSE and A Level English
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Excellent classroom management

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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Secondary English Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £150 to £190 a day

Hours: Part-time

Location: WF1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 7 Oct 2026

Closing date: 6 Nov 2026