Teacher of English

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Teacher of English to join a vibrant Secondary School in Milton Keynes. This long-term role starting September 2025 offers structured pay scales and opportunities for permanent placement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for English literature and language, effective classroom management skills, and a commitment to inspiring young learners.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at Secondary level.
• Knowledge of English Curriculum at KS3 and KS4 level (desirably KS5).
• Committed to personal development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver English lessons aligned with the curriculum.
• Assess and provide feedback on student work.
• Manage classroom behaviour and engagement.

Skills

Effective classroom management

Engagement with students of varying abilities

Passion for English literature and language

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Role: Teacher of English

Location: Milton Keynes
Start Date: September 2025 - long term role with option for permanent position
Salary: MPS - UPS

Are you an experienced, enthusiastic and engaging Teacher of English ready to make a positive impact within the classroom? - This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Secondary School at the heart of it's community in Milton Keynes!

Experience teaching English to KS3 & KS4?

A direct passion for teaching at Secondary level?

A love for Language and Literature?

Tradewind are working collaboratively with a Secondary School in Milton Keynes that prides themselves on a welcoming and supportive staff base, offering structured pay scales of MPS - UPS with tailored CPD opportunities. The English Department holds a strong culture of high achieving standards and are seeking a Teacher of English who will promote the subject both passionately and positively.

Qualifying Candidates

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status and/or direct experience in teaching English at Secondary level?
• Knowledge of English Curriculum at KS3 and KS4 level (desirably at KS5)
• Passionate about English literature and language with a desire to inspire young learners
• Effective classroom management, and the ability to engage students of varying abilities
• Committed to personal development and contributing to the wider school community
• Based in Milton Keynes (or commutable to)

Responsibilities - Teacher of English

• Plan and deliver English lessons aligned with the curriculum
• Assess and provide feedback on student work
• Prepare students for formative and summative assessment
• Manage classroom behaviour and engagement
• Adapt teaching methods tailored to varying abilities
• Communicate confidently with staff, students and parents/carers
• Contribute to the promotion and implementation of subject success

Apply now by contacting Charlie at Tradewind for an introductory conversation at (phone number removed), or email an up to date CV to (url removed) along with your qualifying cover letter