English Teacher

Location: Leicestershire

Job Title:

Teacher of English

Location:

Leicestershire
Salary: £165 - £240 per day
Job Type: Full-Time, Maternity Cover

Start Date:

New Term

Job Description

Clarence Recruitment are seeking a suitably qualified and motivated Teacher of English to cover a period of maternity leave at a secondary school in Leicestershire. This is a full-time role starting in the new term and involves teaching English across the full age and ability range.
This position would suit an ambitious teacher who is keen to become actively involved in a supportive, energetic, and forward-thinking English department. The school offers a positive, friendly, and welcoming working environment, with a strong focus on staff development.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality English lessons across a range of ages and abilities

Plan, prepare, and assess engaging lessons in line with the curriculum

Monitor and support pupil progress and attainment

Maintain positive classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Contribute to the wider work of the English department

Requirements

Applications are welcomed from teachers of all levels of experience, including:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Unqualified teachers with relevant experience

ECTs/NQTs

Teachers returning to the profession after a career break
Additional requirements include:

Strong subject knowledge in English

Ability to teach across the full age and ability range

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

About Clarence Recruitment

Clarence Recruitment are highly experienced recruitment specialists operating within the Education Sector. We work with exceptionally talented candidates and place them into outstanding opportunities. As an independent agency, we are agile, responsive, and committed to supporting your career goals.
Your consultant, Alan, has over 18 years' experience working across the East Midlands and holds Qualified Teacher Status, providing in-depth knowledge of local schools and the education system.

Apply Now

If you're an English teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role in Leicestershire, apply today. Interviews and placements are moving quickly.
We are currently working with numerous vacancies, so if this role is not quite right for you, please send us your CV to discuss other opportunities that may better suit your requirements.

Safeguarding

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to hold an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025)