English Teacher
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Education / Teaching
English Teacher / ESL TEFL, High School
English Teacher Job Vacancy
English Teacher role in:
Birmingham
- Starting date: ASAP
- Salary: MPS1 - MPS6 per day, DOE
- Temporary
Contract:
Long-term cover - Full-Time Vacancy: (8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday)
English Teacher Specification
We are currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Birmingham with an immediate start available. This is a full-time, long-term role with strong potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will teach English Language and English Literature across all Key Stages. In addition to delivering high-quality English lessons, the role will include providing cover for other subjects when required, ensuring continuity of learning across the school.
This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) seeking to develop their skills in a supportive and well-led school environment.
Essential Requirements:
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent qualification
- Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Ability to adapt quickly and deliver effective lesson cover when needed
- Safeguarding Level 1 trained (support available if required)
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated English lessons at KS3 and KS4
- Assess, monitor, and support student progress
- Provide cover for other lessons as required across the school
- Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management
- Contribute to the wider school community and departmental development
If you're a qualified English Teacher looking for a new opportunity in a dynamic Birmingham secondary school, we encourage you to apply today. For more information about joining Empowering Learning, please get in touch.
Applications from experienced English Teachers and ECTs are welcome.
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