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English Teacher

Job in Gravesend, Kent County, DA12, England, UK
Listing for: TeacherActive
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-06-16
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Elementary School, K12
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 232 GBP Daily GBP 232.00 DAY
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you an English teacher with a passion for Literature, Poetry or English Language?

Do you deliver English lessons that bring characters alive?

Does your love of English transfer to the students in your classes?

Teacher Active is proud to be working a range of secondary schools in the Gravesend / Northfleet area & surrounding towns;
We are seeking outstanding teachers of English for long-term or day-to-day cover, permanent opportunities are available after a period of temporary work. You’ll be joining a well-established, supportive agency, working in fantastic, well-resourced schools with libraries and well stocked English departments, teaching students across Year 7 through to Year 11:
Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

We are looking for English Teacher's with specialist degrees in literature, language or associated subject areas. You will be working across both Key Stage 3 / KS3 & Key Stage 4 / KS4, including exam preparation for GCSEs, work is set by the department unless you are working in a long-term capacity. You may initially cover short term absence or fulfill the role of a teacher who is absent longer term.

The role will be paramount in helping students achieve expected results at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4; offering continuity for students when their usual teacher is absent. Many of these roles can lead to a longer term position and even a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

The successful Teacher of English will have:

- QTS with English as your specialism (ECT’s are welcome to apply)

- Experience teaching English Lang & Lit up to Year 11 GCSE:
Key Stage 4 / KS4

- Excellent planning, classroom management & behaviour management strategies

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

- A dedicated team of consultants available to support your application & onboarding process

- CPD courses and certificates as part of our ‘My-Progression’ brand

- Market leading rates of pay, paying to scale from day one of a long-term booking

- Referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
*
- Guaranteed Payment Scheme
* * Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax & National Insurance, meaning there is no messing around with admin charges coming out of your salary!

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email:

Tel: (phone number removed)

About Teacher Active

Teacher Active is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
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