Teacher of English

GSL Education; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Teacher of English for a mainstream secondary school in Southampton. This full-time role is ideal for enthusiastic educators, including ECTs and overseas-trained teachers, to inspire students and foster a love for literature in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Access to professional development

Collaborative department with excellent leadership

Modern school facilities

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Commitment to student progress.
• Updated CV and enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Passion for English literature and language

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Job description

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Job Title: Teacher of English
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Salary Range: £30,000 - £46535 per annum (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: September 2025
Contract: Full-time

Do you have a passion for language and literature?

GSL Education are in search of a Teacher of English to join a vibrant and forward-thinking mainstream secondary school in Southampton. Whether you are a seasoned educator, a passionate ECT, or trained overseas, this is a fantastic opportunity to bring English to life for young minds in a supportive and engaging environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and well-structured English lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students to develop a love for reading, writing, and critical analysis.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Participate in departmental planning, meetings, and school events.
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes inclusion, creativity, and excellence.

Requirements:

• UK QTS or equivalent (including ECTs and overseas-trained teachers).
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for English literature and language.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to student progress and a collaborative teaching approach.
• Ability to inspire and challenge learners of all abilities.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Supportive and collaborative department with excellent leadership.
• Access to professional development and mentoring.
• Welcoming school environment with modern facilities.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘English Teacher’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Southampton!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘English Teacher’ in a schoolrole, 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.

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