English Teacher

English Teacher – Secondary

Location:

Enfield, London Salary: £40,372–£59,864 per annum – M1 to UPS3

Contract:

Full-time, long-term temporary

Start Date:

8 September 2026 Key Stages: KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5

Teach Now is recruiting an outstanding English Teacher for a full-time secondary-school position in Enfield. The school is seeking a teacher who can make literature accessible, develop confident writers and create classrooms where students are expected to think deeply, contribute thoughtfully and take pride in their work. Whether you are exploring Shakespeare with Year 8, improving analytical writing with GCSE pupils or discussing a challenging novel with sixth-form students, you will be joining a department that values strong subject knowledge alongside excellent classroom practice.

• Plan and deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons
• Teach across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 opportunities dependent on experience
• Develop pupils’ reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills
• Teach GCSE examination classes and prepare pupils effectively for assessment
• Use assessment information to identify gaps and plan intervention
• Support pupils with differing literacy levels and additional needs
• Promote ambitious vocabulary and high standards of written communication
• Establish a calm and purposeful classroom environment
• Contribute to department planning, moderation and curriculum development
• Participate in wider literacy, reading or enrichment initiatives

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Has a relevant English degree or strong subject-specialist background
• Has recent experience teaching English in a UK secondary school
• Understands GCSE English Language and Literature requirements
• Can demonstrate effective behaviour management
• Has high expectations for academic progress
• Can engage reluctant readers as well as challenge high-attaining pupils
• Works effectively as part of a department
• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
• Has the right to work in the UK
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to apply
• Can provide suitable recent professional references
• Experience teaching A-level English Language or Literature would be welcomed where the timetable includes KS5

• A strong and collaborative English department
• Shared curriculum resources and schemes of work
• Regular moderation and departmental planning
• A diverse student population offering rewarding teaching opportunities
• Support for professional development
• Opportunities to contribute to reading, literacy, debating or creative-writing initiatives
• A stable long-term role with the opportunity to become embedded in school life

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.