Teacher of English

Tradewind Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate English Teacher in Sunderland, starting in January 2026. You will join a supportive teaching team and deliver engaging lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching English, with strong classroom management and communication skills. This is a great opportunity to inspire students and contribute to their academic growth. Apply now to make a difference in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at KS3-KS4.
• Ability to bring texts, themes, and language concepts to life.
• Commitment to raising standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English lessons.
• Teach across KS3 and KS4 covering literary genres.
• Create an inclusive learning environment.
• Differentiate lessons for all learners.
• Monitor and provide feedback to support pupil progress.
• Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development.
• Support extracurricular activities.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher
Location: Sunderland
Contract: Full-time
Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Start Date: January 2026

A Good secondary school in Sunderland is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and committed English Teacher to join their successful and supportive teaching team from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them develop strong analytical skills, confidence in communication, and a genuine love of literature and language.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Teach across KS3 and KS4, covering a wide range of literary genres, writing styles, and language skills.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity, discussion, and critical thinking.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all learners, including those requiring additional support.
• Monitor, assess, and provide meaningful feedback to support pupil progress and attainment.
• Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations, ensuring they feel confident and well prepared.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resource development, and the ongoing improvement of the English department.
• Support extracurricular and enrichment activities such as reading clubs, creative writing groups, or theatre trips where appropriate.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at KS3-KS4.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to bring texts, themes, and language concepts to life.
• Excellent classroom management, communication skills, and a commitment to raising standards.

About Us

Tradewind Recruitment is a trusted leader in education recruitment with over 25 years of success and offices nationwide. When you partner with Tradewind, you work with an award‑winning agency recognised in the Sunday Times Top 100 Employers. We are committed to supporting our teachers and helping them thrive.

Apply Now

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of writers and thinkers in a welcoming Sunderland school, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact James Pullar on (phone number removed).